MYTH AND LITERATURE

ENGL 155

Course Description

Introduction to concepts of myth and mythology, myth-making and the modern study of myth in relation to myths and legends common in English and American literature.

Prerequisties

None

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average

3.83

-1.03% from Historical

Completion Rate

100%

1.6% from Historical

A Rate

86.96%

-1.55% from Historical

Class Size

-5.68% from Historical

Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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