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Laurea magistrale in Editoria e giornalismo - Enrollment from 2025/2026

The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.

2° Year  activated in the A.Y. 2017/2018

ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
A course to be chosen among the following
A course to be chosen among the following
Specialized training in journalism or publishing field
6
F
-
Dissertazione
24
E
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activated in the A.Y. 2017/2018
ModulesCreditsTAFSSD
A course to be chosen among the following
A course to be chosen among the following
Specialized training in journalism or publishing field
6
F
-
Dissertazione
24
E
-
Modules Credits TAF SSD
Between the years: 1°- 2°

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Teaching code

4S02889

Credits

6

Language

English en

Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)

L-LIN/10 - ENGLISH LITERATURE

Period

Sem. IA (31.10.16 sosp.lezioni), Sem. IB

Learning outcomes

The module will introduce students to Shakespeare’s tragic theatre through an analysis of the concept of tyranny within the context of coeval political thinking and theatrical practice.

Program

The module will discuss a few crucial aspects of Shakespeare’s historical and tragic drama with special attention to the concept of tyranny and the notion of royal legitimacy. By examining some fundamental issues, such as the subject’s relation with time and power, the module will focus upon the mechanics of the tyrant’s fears in Richard II and Macbeth.

Bibliography:

Primary texts:
• W. Shakespeare, Macbeth (parallel text), ed. A. Serpieri, Firenze, Giunti, 1996 o 2002.
• W. Shakespeare, Richard II (parallel text), ed. A. Serpieri and S. Payne, Venezia, Marsilio, 2014.

Secondary texts:
• Mary Ann McGrail, Tyranny in Shakespeare, Boston, Oxford, Lexington Books, 2001.


Teaching method: Classes will be held in English.

Examination Methods

The exam will consist in an oral discussion in English of the module’s topics.

Students with disabilities or specific learning disorders (SLD), who intend to request the adaptation of the exam, must follow the instructions given HERE