2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    May 25, 2026  
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
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ENG 3590 - The Works of Stephen King GE


3 cr
This course offers a critical inquiry into the films, novels, life, and works of bestselling author Stephen King. Through critical analysis of films such as Carrie, Stand by Me, Misery, The Shining, and Storm of the Century, the student explores their personal relationship to horror fiction while entertaining a central, pivotal question: what does horror manifestation in popular culture reveal about the American psyche? This course seeks to unravel our cultural fascination with themes of horror fiction while exploring King’s works as both a continuation of the literary Gothic canon and a driving force in the cinematic tradition of American horror films.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 1061  
Typically offered: Fall, Spring
General education: This course fulfills the Arts and Aesthetics general education requirement.



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