ENG 201 — Shakespeare I
The Shakespeare sequence ( ENG 201 and 202 ) provides an introduction to Shakespeare. It proceeds chronologically: ENG 201 focuses on selected works from Shakespeare's early to middle career; ENG 202 focuses on works from Shakespeare's middle to late career. Students will learn to interpret Shakespeare using a variety of critical strategies, including literary, historical, and psychological approaches. Topics include early modern ideas and attitudes about gender, sexuality, class, and identity; Shakespeare's representation of women and other marginalized groups; his influences and sources, both classical and early modern; historical and contemporary conventions of drama; and changing perceptions of Shakespeare through history. Courses may be taken out of sequence. Available to both first-year and sophomore students. ENG 201 is offered in alternating Fall terms (2023, 2025, 2027).