World Literature is an introduction to works from authors whose diverse views reflect thought in Europe, Asia, Africa, and America. Students will read and critically analyze literature orally and in writing, exploring themes, genres, and literary techniques. In this course, there will be extensive discussion of the authors, style, historical contexts, philosophical backgrounds, and general aesthetic qualities of the various works covered. In addition, students will study the techniques and vocabulary required for competence in writing themes about the literature they read and discuss.