ENGL 331: Satire

This course examines the genre of satire, considering both its form and function in art and popular culture from Ancient Greece to the contemporary. Students study the characteristics that distinguish satire from other forms of comedy, including its ability to ridicule, critique, offend and challenge the status quo. The course will also investigate the ways in which satire in performance differs from satirical literature. Students will read and experience satire in a variety of forms, including plays, political cartoons, essays, standup comedy, films, television shows, short stories, and novels.