Brief Introduction
In this course, we closely read Ralph Ellison's novel Invisible Man in its historical, literary, and cultural contextsCourse Summary
Explore the cultural context of Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man, a classic American novel that examines themes of identity, race, and society.Key Learning Points
- Understand the historical and cultural context of Invisible Man
- Analyze the themes of identity, race, and society in the novel
- Examine the literary techniques used by Ellison to convey his message
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- Spain: €29,000 - €50,000
- USA: $59,000 - $101,000
- India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 7,00,000
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- USA: $58,000 - $155,000
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- Spain: €24,000 - €60,000
- USA: $59,000 - $101,000
- India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 7,00,000
- Spain: €29,000 - €50,000
- USA: $58,000 - $155,000
- India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 20,00,000
- Spain: €24,000 - €60,000
- USA: $33,000 - $112,000
- India: INR 2,00,000 - INR 12,00,000
- Spain: €18,000 - €40,000
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Learning Outcomes
- Understand the historical and cultural context of Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man
- Analyze the themes of identity, race, and society in the novel
- Develop critical thinking and literary analysis skills
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Familiarity with the novel, Invisible Man
- Interest in literary analysis
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- African American History: From Emancipation to the Present
- The Civil Rights Movement
Related Education Paths
- Master of Liberal Arts in Extension Studies, Literature and Creative Writing
- Master of Liberal Arts in Extension Studies, History
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Description
Course description
In this course, we closely read Ralph Ellison's novel Invisible Man in its historical, literary, and cultural contexts. Published in 1952, Invisible Man is one of the most influential novels of the twentieth century and a crucial contribution to the African American—and thus, the American—literary tradition. It is densely packed with references to American and European literature, traditions of African American music making and storytelling, and the political climate of the United States at the midcentury. By the end of the semester, students understand how Invisible Man engages with and departs from these contexts, gaining a deep appreciation of how novels generate meaning in the process. Along with Invisible Man, reading and listening may include other works by Ellison, James Baldwin, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Bessie Smith, Ethel Waters, Louis Armstrong, T.S. Eliot, W.E.B. Du Bois, Richard Wright, Lionel Trilling, Antonin Dvorak, Mahalia Jackson, and Zora Neale Hurston, along with a selection of contemporary scholarship on Invisible Man.
Summary of User Reviews
Read reviews for Harvard's online course on Ralph Ellison's Invisible Man and learn about its cultural context. Users have praised the course for its engaging lectures and insightful discussions.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Engaging lectures and insightful discussionsPros from User Reviews
- Engaging lectures
- Insightful discussions
- High-quality course materials
- Excellent instructors
- Provides a deep understanding of the book
Cons from User Reviews
- Expensive compared to other online courses
- Requires a significant time commitment
- Some users found the workload overwhelming
- Not suitable for beginners
- Limited interaction with other students
