ENGL 216 - English Literature II: 1800 - Present

    Recent Professors
    Kelly Mayhew
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    32–35 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    ENGL C1000 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of ENGL 216
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3B · IGETC Area 3B · CSU GE Area C2
    Description
    This course offers a survey of British literature from the Romantic period to the 21st century (approximately 1800 to the present) including representative works from the pre-Romantic and Romantic periods; the Victorian and later Victorian period; the Modern period; the Postmodern period; the postcolonial era; and the contemporary era. Students read and discuss the major authors of these periods, addressing relevant social, political, cultural, and religious issues. Students also critically analyze, in essays and research papers, authors, specific works, and other topics as assigned. This course is intended for students majoring in English and those interested in English Literature.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm