Reading Literature: Culture and Ideas - ENG 225 at Rappahannock Community College


         
 
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ENG 225 - Reading Literature: Culture and Ideas
Examines a set of literary texts linked by a particular theme, with inquiry into the historical, cultural, and/or social contexts of the texts and the theme. Emphasizes interpretive and critical analysis skills developed through close reading and intertextual study, as well as highlights an exploration of cultural ideas. Engages works of diverse genres, authors, and time periods. Specific themes will vary by section. This is a UCGS transfer course.
Lecture 3 hours. Total 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: ENG 112, ENG 113, or departmental approval.
3 credits

Schedule at Rappahannock Community College

Spring 2026 ➜

Live Schedule
Class # Section Credits Day Time Start Location Mode
77758 ENG 225-D7Z 3
 M     
7:00 p.m.-8:20 p.m.
 2026-01-12 Virtual-RT WW
Hybrid class: this course requires attendance at specific class times but also includes extensive non-synchronous instruction.
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The focus of the course is Fantasy in literature and media, and we'll be reading several novels in this genre. Readings will include J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit", Madeline Miller's "Song of Achilles", C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe", L. Frank Baum's "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz", Rick Riordan's "The Red Pyramid", Lewis Carroll's ?Alice's Adventures in Wonderland?, and Ursula Le Guin's ?A Wizard of Earthsea ?. We will also be watching several films and listening to different media as well. Options for viewing these will be discussed in class. Students should have access to reliable internet, webcams, and microphones to participate in the class. Attendance during Zoom sessions is required.

Summer 2026 ➜

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Fall 2026 ➜

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