The Lamp Beside the Golden Door:
A Literature of American Dreams

- Prof. Lorenz
Visiting Professor

Office Hours:
To be announced


Description of Course

Welcome to our class!

"America" is not simply a place; it is a word. It is an idea. While America can be located on a map, it would be more accurate to say that, in a deeper sense, the place where America exists is in language. Indeed, what constitutes "American" continues to be a contentious issue. We will consider poems and short stories that investigate, celebrate, interrogate and re-consider the idea of America.

I look forward to our semester together!

Evaluation:

Grau A:
Writing Exercises 1/3
Essay 2/3

Grau B:
Writing Exercises 1/3
Essay 2/3

** All work is in English -- our readings are in English, and your own writing will be done in English.

Participation:

Your participation is vital to the success of classroom discussion. Please come to class prepared to talk about the readings. We (I and your classmates) want to hear your ideas about this literature. The success of classroom discussion depends on your contribution. I look forward to our conversations!

This is just to say...

I am your teacher, I am the one who will evaluate your work. But please keep this in mind: I am here to help you. Contact me if you want to discuss your work, or if you need help.