High School Literature — World

High School Literature — World (Grades 9–12)

Thursday 11:00–11:55

Teacher: Josh Greer

Description: World Literature explores engaging stories, epics, and poetry from throughout the world and throughout history. Titles are chosen for their historical and literary significance. A Christian worldview is emphasized both in response to the literature and in understanding the place of stories in various cultures. Weekly assignments include reading, written responses, and participation. ***This class is on a two-year rotation with High School Literature — American.

Class Cost: $263

Books: The Odyssey by Homer (Robert Fagles translation); A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare (complete and unabridged); 20,000 Leagues under the Sea by Jules Verne (William Butcher translation); Beowulf (Seamus Heaney translation).

Prerequisite: None

Supplies: None