ENG-540 Fantasy Literature

Writers, poets, and artists have explored the powers of the imagination for thousands of years. Even in our technologically advanced age, with its philosophical cynicism and spiritual skepticism, the imagination still fills us with awe and wonder. Nothing reveals this more than the ever-popular genre of fantasy literature. This course explores the literary features of fantasy literature, examining its spiritual significance and social function. The course examines the mythopoeic fantasy works of such figures as George MacDonald, J. R. R. Tolkien, and C. S. Lewis and explores other notable writers who have built upon this foundation.

Credits

3