Reading and composition in connection with the representation of Scandinavia by outsiders and insiders. Satisfies the second half of the Reading and Composition requirement.

Starting in the thirteenth century, Norwegians began translating French and Latin romances and histories into Old Norse. Very soon thereafter, Icelanders took this narrative tradition, adding elements of their own legendary storytelling tradition to create a new genre of adventure tales. These sagas, known collectively as riddarasögur, highlight a growing desire to produce dramatic, fictional literature in the North, and can offer modern readers a glimpse of what inspired and entertained the aristocratic mind in medieval Northern Europe.

Prerequisite: Successful completion of the “A” portion of the Reading and Composition requirement or its equivalent. Students may not enroll in nor attend R1B/R5B courses without completing this prerequisite.

Requisites

• Previously passed an R_A course with a letter grade of C- or better. Previously passed an articulated R_A course with a letter grade of C- or better. Score a 4 on the Advanced Placement Exam in English Literature. Score a 4 or 5 on the Advanced Placement Exam in English Language and Composition. Score of 5, 6, or 7 on the International Baccalaureate Higher Level Examination in English.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.

Requirements class fulfills