Scenes from a narrative: exploring Howard's End

Who shall inherit England? Forster's work is not conventionally religious yet his prose often expresses a deep spirituality. We investigate using extracts from the 1910 novel and scenes from the 1992 Merchant Ivory film of the book.

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Key course information

Date
12/11/11

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 16:30

Fees
Full fee: £37
Senior fee: £23
Concession: £11

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HLT29

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

We shall discuss E M Forster’s novel, Howards End and view excerpts from the 1992 Merchant Ivory film, considering what is lost or gained in translation of the book into film through a consideration of both mediums.

What topics will we cover?

The course is part literary exploration and part film study; using extracts, we compare the novel and the film adaptation of Howards End. We will consider key themes of the novel, including culture versus commerce, the material and the spiritual, class attitudes and conflicts and social change in the first decade of the 20th century.
We also explore aspects of narrative technique, including narrative voice and point of view, narrative structure and the use of symbols in the text.

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

Begin to identify key aspects in the work of the novel.
Begin to appreciate the process of rendering the novel into film.
Consider the relationship between verbal and visual language.
Begin to discuss both the novel and the film in an informed and analytical manner.

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

You will need an enthusiasm for reading and discussing Howards End.
You will need an enthusiasm for viewing and discussing the film.
You will be interested in listening to, and learning from, the responses of other students to the work discussed.
You will have a commitment to developing your analytical skills.

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

A variety of teaching methods will be used: tutor exposition, large and small group discussion, DVD screening and readings from the text.

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

Please bring pens, pencils, paper and a folder for notes and handouts.

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?

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Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

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