Contemporary Masters of Literature: Jesmyn Ward
Lifelong Learning
In anticipation of Jesmyn Ward's visit to the Tanner Humanities Center in October, we'll explore three of her wonderful novels: Salvage the Bones; Sing, Unburied, Sing; and Let Us Descend. Ward's work explores African-American history, family relations, love, courage, and survival in difficult circumstances. Her combination of sophisticated writing and compelling storytelling have made her popular with readers and critics alike, and earned her comparisons to William Faulkner and Toni Morrison. Among many prizes and awards, she has won a MacArthur Genius Grant, a Library of Congress Prize, and two National Book Awards. Ward's books reward a careful reread so whether you're coming to her for the first, second, or tenth time, this course is for you. Please read each novel before the class.
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Class Sections For Contemporary Masters of Literature: Jesmyn Ward (LLWRC 745)
Fall 2025 Section 1, Starting on: 09/11/2025
This class takes place in person at the University Connected Learning and Continuing Education building (540 Arapeen Drive, SLC). Students provide their own books. Please read each novel before class. Sept. 11: Jesmyn Ward, Salvage the Bones; Sept. 25: Jesmyn Ward, Sing, Unburied, Sing; Oct. 9: Jesmyn Ward, Let Us Descend
| Date(s) | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/25 | Th | 6:00 pm -7:30 pm | UUCE 148 |
| 09/25/25 | Th | 6:00 pm -7:30 pm | UUCE 148 |
| 10/09/25 | Th | 6:00 pm -7:30 pm | UUCE 148 |
Instructor: SCOTT BLACK
Registration for this class will close on 09/10/2025 at midnight
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