Module Identifier FR30820  
Module Title MONTAIGNE AND THE FRENCH RENAISSANCE  
Academic Year 2001/2002  
Co-ordinator Mr Emyr Jones  
Semester Semester 2  
Pre-Requisite Eligibility for entry to Level 3 French.  
Course delivery Lecture   20 lectures / seminars / tutorials  
Assessment Continuous assessment   Two essays of 1500 - 2000 words each   40%  
  Exam   2 Hours   60%  

Brief description


An introduction to the Renaissance in France and a detailed study of a selection of the essays of Michel de Montaigne.

Learning outcomes


On completion of this module, students will be acquainted with the main themes of the Renaissance in Europe, the Reformation and Wars of Religion in France and the importance of the writings of Montaigne (1533-1592).

Reading Lists

Books
** Recommended Text
Montaigne. (1998) Essais. Pocket classiques