FYW-1140 History of Detective Fiction

Whodunnit? This course traces detective fiction from its roots, with possible readings from 18th century gothic novels to Sherlock Holmes, British cozies, and American crime noir. Narrative style, trends in the genre, and social, ethical, and legal questions are also explored. Writing assignments will introduce students to college-level writing, including creating a logical argument, using textual evidence, and writing mechanics. 4 credits.