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In this course, students read works of literary, cultural, music, art, and film criticism aimed at a popular audience, from a range of magazines and other publications. Students discussed what makes a successful work of criticism, why we read criticism, and how criticism has changed over time. All readings were of essay length, by authors including George Orwell, Zadie Smith, and Joan Didion. Writing assignments included analysis of works of criticism and criticism in practice, where students applied what they have learned to write and revise a critical essay on a topic of their choice.