FREN 2201

A survey of literature in French from the Middle Ages to the 18th Century, presenting selected works of prose, poetry and theatre from France. Introduction to general notions of literary history and to the basic techniques involved in reading literary texts. Attention is paid to the development of both oral and written expression of ideas. FREN 2201.03 and FREN 2202.03 may be taken in either order. Classes involve group discussions and lectures.