ENGH 202: Texts and Contexts

ENGH 202-008: Women of Mystery
(Fall 2022)

01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR

Horizon Hall 2008

Section Information for Fall 2022

With a focus on crime fiction written by women and featuring female detectives, detective-figures and even criminals, this course traces both the evolution of crime fiction from the first modern detective story by Edgar Allan Poe and also the evolution of women’s representation in this genre—both as authors and as characters, taking the tradition in fresh directions. Additional readings will provide critical perspectives and social, cultural, and historical background. 

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Studies literary texts within the framework of culture. Examines texts within such categories as history, gender, sexuality, religion, race, class, and nation. Notes: Builds on reading and writing skills taught in ENGH 101. Offered by English. May be repeated within the degree.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Literature
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: 3 credits of 100-level English.
Schedule Type: Lecture, Recitation
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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