Prof. A. Carr
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The End of the World |
Prof. A. Carr
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The End of the World |
The time seems always to be right for the idea that the world is coming to an end, but the advent of the year 2000 is raising millennial expectations to a fever pitch. This class will study the Judeo-Christian tradition of apocalypse in the Book of Revelation and the prophecies of Antichrist as well as more modern variations on the theme under threats of nuclear and environmental desctruction. Our examination will focus on creative handling of the idea of the end of the world in topics like apocalypse illustration, medieval drama, science- fiction, film, and contemporary music.
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Be prepared to respond to current events. |
The purpose of this sophomore writing class is to examine and practice the arts and skills involved in writing of all kinds. The basic material of this class is encountered through reading of books and articles, which will be discussed in class according to the attached schedule. A few activities, primarily the viewing of films, will be scheduled outside of class, at times convenient for all. Details of the formal and informal writing assignments and other aspects of class participation are explained in the syllabus. Expect to participate and write every day!
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