ENGL 301 - Law and Literature

    Recent Professors
    Matthew A. Beyersdorf
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite: Student must be admitted to the Bachelor of Arts in Paralegal Studies program
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ENGL 301
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course explores the intersection between law and literature, examining how legal concepts and issues are represented and interpreted through literary texts. Students will analyze various works of fiction, drama, and poetry that engage with legal themes such as justice, rights, and morality. The course will also delve into how literature reflects and critiques legal systems and practices and how they impact individuals and communities, as well as how legal frameworks influence literary production and interpretation.