What makes the literature classic?
- Is it a timeless theme of…(insert theme here)? What is a timeless theme? How does the author indicate this?Or, does the “classic” derive from a relatable and real character? What makes them timeless and real? How does the characterization impact you and your idea of classic?
- How does the author’s use language, imagery, symbols, characterization, structure, etc, indicate a timeless theme? A timeless character? Your research paper will be one in which you entertain one of these ideas using American Literature that is classic.
- Use the questions above to guide you in finding a thesis.
- Use the brainstorm you are doing in class today to help you focus ideas of what it could mean to be classic.
- You must focus your thesis around Classic American Literature and how depiction in your novel. Remember, this is a literary analysis w/research! This is similar to the essay from TEWWG. You have a “two part” topic.
- In addition to using citations and support from the novel, you must use scholarly Literary Criticism as a secondary source to help you “prove” and support your thesis.
Sources:
- You must use a minimum of four sources (5 including your novel)No more than 2 internet sources. You need to use at least 2 books for research.
- Follow the guidelines on the “requirements” handouts and stick with your due dates.
- EVERYTHING MUST BE TYPED. YOU WILL NOT GET CREDIT IF IT IS HAND WRITTEN.
- There is a discussion board on the blog that you can use to post questions, comments, and seek advice from your peers. I will help you as well.
BE SURE TO KEEP ALL RESEARCH PAPER “STUFF” IN YOUR HANDOUTS SECTION OF YOUR BINDER
