Course overview

Explore the literature of the "Angry Decade" with a focus on Barbara Pym's No Fond Return of Love in our Literature: Portraits of Society, 1954 – 1961 The Angry Decade? course. Analyze the social themes and character studies that define this period. Ideal for literature enthusiasts and students of modern British history.

Course description

Literature: Portraits of Society, 1954 – 1961 The Angry Decade? Barbara Pym, No Fond Return of Love is designed to provide an in-depth exploration of Barbara Pym's novel No Fond Return of Love within the context of the "Angry Decade." This course covers the social and cultural landscape of Britain during this period, examining how Pym's work reflects and critiques the societal norms of the time. Participants will engage in close readings of the novel, analyzing themes such as social class, gender roles, and the subtleties of British life. The course also includes discussions on Pym's writing style and how it fits within the broader literary movement of the 1950s and early 1960s. By the end of the course, participants will have a deeper understanding of Barbara Pym's contributions to British literature and how her work offers a unique perspective on the "Angry Decade." This course is ideal for literature enthusiasts, students of modern British history, and anyone interested in exploring the intersection of literature and society.

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