Recent SemestersFall 2026, Fall 2025Class Size32 studentsCredits3PrerequisiteENGL C1000 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent Transfers ToUC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2DescriptionThis course is a survey of American literature from its beginning to the late 19th century, including representative works from the Colonial Period (1588-1765), the New Republic (1765-1829), the American Renaissance (1829-1860), and the beginnings of Realism (1860-1880). Students critically analyze and discuss diverse authors of these periods, addressing relevant historical, social, political, philosophical, aesthetic, cultural, and religious issues. This course is intended for English majors and anyone interested in American Literature.Usually HeldMon Wed 9:35am–10:55am, Tue Thu 9:35am–11:00am 