This course focuses on British Literature from the Anglo-Saxon Period up to the early 18th century and the beginnings of the Romantic Period. The course follows the chronological progress of literary periods in British Literature, taking into account the historical developments of each period. Through encountering some of the most important literary works by English authors, students will be introduced to English Literature and the impact of literature in Anglo-Saxon society and later on British society.

The primary objective of this course is to engage students in critical thinking, after a detailed presentation of the authors and the sociocultural factors behind the emergence of particular literary works. Through acquiring this knowledge, as well as reviewing the feedback and literary criticism on these works, students will be able to express their opinion on the reviewed works, throwing the first steps towards a better critical analysis of literary works. This course also aims to encourage students to read consistently, not as a simple reader, but as a good reader able to recognize good literature and select valuable books. A long-term objective of this course is to cultivate lifelong reading.