Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026Class Size35 studentsCredits3PrerequisiteENGL 1A or ENGL 1AH with a minimum grade of C in prerequisite Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2DescriptionThis course is a survey of British literature from the Anglo-Saxon period through the 18th century. Particular attention will be given to tracing the growth of English, Irish, Scottish and Welsh culture and identity in relation to the literature. The selections may include Beowulf, The Tain, and Everyman, as well as readings from Chaucer, Julian of Norwich, Kempe, Spenser, Lanyer, Shakespeare, Cary, Donne, Milton, Cavendish, Dryden, Behn, Pope, Swift, Johnson, and Sheridan. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .Usually HeldTue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm