1. The Stranger–Complete the novel!
2. Class Forum–The End
HW12C due 3/19: The Stranger
March 17, 2015 By
HW12G due 3/18: Dog
March 17, 2015 By
1. Dog by Lawrence Ferlinghetti–Print, Read, and Annotate! Many of you must be much more nuanced in your annotations. Remember: details, details, details…
HW12C due 3/17: The Stranger
March 16, 2015 By
1. The Stranger–Read and annotate Chapters 2 and 3 of Part II. (Quiz tomorrow)
2. The Stranger Essay–
First Draft due Tuesday, March 24th
Final Draft due Thursday, March 27th
3 page literary/philosophical analysis of The Stranger. You are expected to use The Myth of Sisyphus as a complement to your analysis of The Stranger. Consider: How does Camus use Meursault and his struggle to illustrate his commentary on the human condition/absurdity? While this is an essay focused on The Stranger, you are expected to use The Myth of Sisyphus to help shape your argument. So, consider: How does Sisyphus help us to understand Camus’ philosophy as communicated through Meursault? IMPORTANT: While Sisyphus is used to give some form to the discussion (i.e. helping to shape the thesis), the discussion is focused on exploring Camus’ message and how he develops that message. While not necessary, I would encourage you to research Camus further to give you further context. Folks, I expect this essay to demonstrate great thematic/philosophical control of both texts. Waiting till the night before is probably not a good idea. Your reading responses and annotations should prove to be quite beneficial here. This should be typed in font size 12 (times new roman or arial). You should have a title!!! The title should reflect your thesis. If you have any questions, please email me.
HW10 due 3/17: Siddhartha
March 16, 2015 By
1. Siddhartha–Read With the Samanas and Gotama tonight. Remember, here’s how to avoid a glossary quiz: When we encounter new words, know what they mean (i.e. Upanishads).
HW12G due 3/17: Artifact Poems and More
March 13, 2015 By
1. Artifact Poems–Final typed drafts of your poems are due! Follow the proper heading (in the upper left hand corner):
Name
Poetry Seminar
Date
2. Poetry Scansion Worksheet–Continued practice with meter (including but not limited to iambs)
3. In the spirit of sharing, everyone should have a “song and a story” and a poem prepared to share by the end of next week.
4. We will begin reading Letters to a Young Poet next week! Please be sure to have a copy by Tuesday!
