Beowulf is the oldest written epic in English literature. The program examines the symbolism and the influence of Christianity in Beowulf and other masterpieces of English and Germanic poetry. the Wanderer, the Seafarer, the dream of Rood, and the battle of Maldon are also analyzed.
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight represents a watershed in the development of the Arthurian tradition. This program explicates this complex alliterative poem, examines its treatment of familiar Arthurian themes, and illustrates why it is considered one of the finest romances of the Middle Ages.
Journalist and novelist Bidisha was fascinated by Bronte's Jane Eyre as a teenager, but re-reading the story as an adult left her feeling uncomfortable. What Bronte had to say about sex and race was darker and more disturbing than she remembered. Revisiting this classic Victorian novel, Bidisha sees her role model, and the society which spawned her, through very different eyes.
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[Note: We are working to improve access to our collections and revising our subject headings to be more respectful and inclusive. Please be aware that you may see certain words or descriptions in search results or library materials which reflect the author’s attitude or that of the period in which the item was created and may now be considered offensive.]
The library has a streaming video series on the history of the English Language. Search for The Adventure of English.
Streaming video and audio content from CBC and Radio Canada. Documentaries, news, drama, teacher's guides and more are included. Use Chrome or Firefox browsers.
Instructors wishing to create playlists should contact the library for the access code required to set up a personal account. Permitted Uses for this Database
Streaming video collection with a mix of movie, documentary and educational titles. Starting in January 2020, Kanopy streaming videos will be available to view from Media Education Foundation, Criterion Collection, Psychotherapy.net and the Documentaries subject package. All title requests outside these collections will be mediated by UFV Library staff. Mediated requests will only be accepted from UFV faculty for course purposes. Permitted Uses for this Database
This database provides access to hundreds of English and French language animated films and documentaries online in streaming video. Permitted Uses for this Database
A vast collection of live theatre performances, stagecraft, lighting and interviews along with accompanying teaching materials. Permitted Uses for this Database
Streaming video collection of over 20,000 titles in a variety of academic subject areas. Includes archival footage/newsreels on certain topics. Permitted Uses for this Database
More than 250 plays and video documentaries online. Includes interviews with directors, designers, writers and actors. Can be searched or browsed by genre, artist, time period, place and more. Focus on the twentieth century. Coverage: 1936 to 2005. Permitted Uses for this Database