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COURSE OVERVIEW
This is a short, three-session course over two fortnights: 15 March, 1100-1300 where we study two novels and 29 March 1100-1300, studying two novels & 1400-1530 studying one novel.
Unique course comprising literature, social and cultural history, book club -; and lively discussion! Within the pages of the novel we discover more than a story – enthralling ‘other’; information about people, relationships, class and place.
We study the social and cultural history of the novel by exploring background information we are absorbing unwittingly, and which is not the main theme, but which gives us an extensive and detailed knowledge of everyday life.
Within each piece of fiction is a wealth of information on culture and social life which leads us into deeper understanding of a subject, time, place, period in history, genre, working conditions, habits, style or social trend that we might pursue further, deepen our knowledge and intensify our interest.
There are five books to read over 3 sessions in a specific order and make notes. You then participate in lively group discussion in the relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The novels: “Latchkey Ladies“ (1921) by Marjorie Grant,“Business as Usual” (1933) by Jane Oliver and Ann Stafford, “The Girls of Slender Means” (1945) by Muriel Spark“, “The Millstone” (1965) By Margaret Drabble, “Sing Me Who You Are” by Elizabeth Berridge (1967). Further details contact the tutor : SARAH.TOBIAS@gbmc.ac.uk
N.B. Some novels contain outdated language, attitudes and cultural depictions which cause offence today. They have to be read and viewed from an historic perspective. When discussing the content these views are not those of the tutor.
FURTHER INFORMATION
This course is suitable for all abilities
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There is no formal assessment