Thursday, 3 - 5 pm, GWZ 3 5.15
Prof. Emily Nemens (Picador Guest Professor)
American sports writing long ago transcended the newspaper recap and box score; in the last century and vibrantly today, writers have explored sports in genres as diverse as novels to literary essays to poems, examining the psychology of competition and the dimensions of fandom. In this discussion-based seminar for MA students, we’ll look at sports literature, including longform reportage, fiction, poetry, and film—to understand the history, contemporary breadth, and potential futures of sports storytelling, and what these literatures can tell us about American culture.
Prof. Nemens’s seminar starts in the week of November 7. To make up for the late start, there will be a few double sessions. More information will be provided in the first session.
- Trainer DS: Annika Maja Schadewaldt