ENGL 82A - African-American Literature

    Recent Professors
    Elizabeth A. Eckford
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Difficulty
    7.0Demandingout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Eligible for ENGL C1000
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2 · CSU GE Area D3
    Description
    This course surveys the literary, social, and cultural nuances of African American novels, drama, short stories, essays and poetry, with an emphasis on the last century to the present and its connection to the many histories, writings and voices that shape and reflect the African American experience. The perspective of the self identity and societal identity of African Americans in relation to dominant Western culture, the issues of racism and sexism, the themes of identity, representation and social power will be critically explored through the vehicle of literary works.