6.00 Credits
This course is an in-depth study of United States history, literature, and culture from the beginning of English settlement in North America to 1876, including a study of representative works in prose, poetry, and drama. The course focuses on the Appalachian region for specific examples of these developments and shows the impact of national events on the Appalachian area. The reading of works by native writers, the exploration of the cultural and historical diversity of the area, intensive class participation, creative writing and research projects, and field trips to historical and literary sites are part of the class. This course generates three semester credit hours in U.S. History and three semester credit hours in American Literature. Prerequisite: ENGL 1020. See Honors entry requirements.