Examines British literature from its origins through the eighteenth century, focusing on the relationship between literature and its social and historical contexts. Covers the emergence of major genres and modes of the time period, which may include epic, pastoral, lyric, sonnets, drama, and satire. Prerequisite: English majors must have earned a C or better in ENGL 3333 and ENGL 3350. Non-majors must have earned a C or better in 3 hours of sophomore literature (ENGL 2303, ENGL 2309, ENGL 2319, ENGL 2329).