Subject description
How are texts reimagined and rewritten in different genres and modes—from Hamlet to Harry Potter? This subject addresses the way critical reading practices can be organised around the relation between texts. The subject will consider the writing of fictional texts in relation to other fictional texts and non-fictional contexts. These … For more content click the Read More button below.
Enrolment rules
Pre-Requisite
Equivalence
ENGL265 - English and Empire
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Teaching staff
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Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Explain how reading practices can be organised around the relation between texts
2.
Identify the distinction between adapted text and source text
3.
Analyse concepts of race, gender, sexuality and difference as they move from source text to adapted text
4.
Apply analytical and writing skills in the critical close reading of texts
Assessment details
Reflective Critical Essay
Research Essay
Journal
Textbook information
No prescribed textbooks for this subject.
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