ENGL 04B - World Lit: 1650 to Present

    Recent Professors
    Victor E. Smith, Renee N. Mattos
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    32 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Take ENGL-01A. Minimum grade C,P.; Previously taken ENGL-01B is advised.
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course examines the origins and subsequent developments of world literatures and cultures from 1650 to the present through various literary genres and cultural traditions. Primary focus will fall on major works of certain periods and of geographic origins. Students will engage in comparative analysis and evaluation of the literary works as well as close study of the works in addition to the study of each text's merits.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 9:20am–10:45am