Studies in 19th century literature: her master's voice

To what extent do the heroines of Jane Austen’s Persuasion, Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre and Charles Dickens’ Bleak House take control of their own narratives - and from whom?

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Key course information

Dates
13/01/12 - 30/03/12

Day(s)
Fri

Duration
12 weeks

Time
10:30 - 12:30

Fees
Full fee: £110
Senior fee: £62
Concession: £30

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HH011

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

The relationship between the heroine and the narrator -- and the heroine and her narrative -- in these nineteenth-century novels.

What topics will we cover?

How these exemplary nineteenth-century novels represent the struggle of women to take charge of their own lives, who or what inhibits them and to what extent they are able to be free of the forces holding them back.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

Show you understand more clearly the position of women in nineteenth-century England as represented by the novels
Distinguish and discuss elements of the novel such as plot, structure, style, character and point of view; See how novels use setting, metaphor, symbol, dialogue, etc., to build a world of meaning.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

General. A willingness to explore literary texts for more than plot and tease out their various meanings.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Class is run seminar style in which all are included in lively discussions guided by the tutor. You will need to read the novels outside of class to be able to follow and participate in the discussion of them in class.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Students are asked to buy or borrow copies of all three assigned texts (Jane Austen's Persuasion, Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre and Charles Dickens' Bleak House) and to bring the relevant novel to class according to the syllabus.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Other courses in the 'Nineteenth century studies' section. For further details please see the prospectus and/or the City Lit website: www.citylit.ac.uk.

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Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

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