HIST 910H - London, England, Britain: National Identities and Their Discontents

Semester Offered: Second Semester
Half Course
Credits: 2 Credits
Attribute: 2 SS

This course will use historical, literary, museological, and archival approaches to examine the formation of national identity/identities in the UK, focusing on the ways that London, England, and Britain present different (often conflicting) definitions of the nation. The course will make full use of London as a site of documentation and testimony. It will also draw on visits by cultural studies scholars, writers, and filmmakers who have reflected on all the categories - London, England, and Britain - at length. British, Post-1900. Field trips required. Students should register for this course in conjunction with ENGL 910F.
Enrollment Limit: 25
Instructor: S. Volk, A. Needham
Consent of the Instructor Required: Yes
Prerequisites & Notes
Taught in London. Prior application and acceptance to the Oberlin-in-London Program required.

Cross List Information This course is cross-listed with ENGL 910H