ENG 22 - Intro to African American Literature

    Recent Professors
    Andria J. Spencer
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Difficulty
    6.1Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    ENG 001A.
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of ENG 22
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course provides an introduction to folk, traditional and contemporary African American literature with critical analysis of representative works in the essay, the short story, the novel, poetry and drama. It includes a historical overview from the seventeenth century through the present. Through varied reading selections and learning about the history and culture of African Americans in the United States, the students better understand and appreciate the richness and diversity of African American literature. Lecture Grading: Letter ENG 001A. Transfer Status: CSU/UC Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: A3 CalGETC: 3B