Welcome to English (Hons.) Semester 1 at Delhi University! 🌟 This semester marks the beginning of your journey into the rich and diverse world of English literature. You'll explore classic texts, learn to read critically, and understand the foundations of literary theory. Semester 1 will help you lay the groundwork for your future studies in literature, language, and culture. Let’s explore the subjects and resources designed to help you thrive in this semester! 🚀
📘 Subject Overview and Resources
📜 (DSC-1): Introduction to Literary Studies
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Key Topics:
- Reading the Novel: Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice and an exploration of narrative techniques
- Reading Poetry: Analysis of works by John Milton, William Wordsworth, Emily Dickinson, and Rabindranath Tagore
- Reading Drama: Introduction to Mahesh Dattani’s Tara and other theatrical works
- Literary Criticism: Understanding key literary terms, theories, and methodologies
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🌍 (DSC-2): European Classical Literature
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Key Topics:
- Homer’s The Odyssey: Epic poetry and its narrative structure
- Aristotle’s Poetics: Classical theories of drama and tragedy
- Sophocles’s Antigone: Understanding the Greek tragedy
- Aristophanes’s Lysistrata: A comedy of power and politics
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🇮🇳 (DSC-3): Indian Classical Literature
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Key Topics:
- Vyasa’s Mahabharata: Key selections including ‘The Dicing’ and ‘Sequel to Dicing’
- Kalidasa’s Abhijnanasakuntalam: Classical Sanskrit literature and its themes
- Ilango Atikal’s Cilappatikaram: Tamil classical literature and its influence
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Resources:
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💡Important Question Answer💡
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📝 Notes📝
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