Psychology and Literature
4-weeks (first 4) | Registration closed 9/10/2025
As in the past, this course will focus primarily on characters in fiction, which will require us to read novels (and maybe a play or biography) as the basis for our discussions. Each week we will begin by talking about how we, and the author, would understand the characters. Then we will see if personality theory can add illumination (or confusion) to that picture. I will add information on the theories of personality as may be necessary. Please be prepared to read and talk...the course does not happen without your input!
Anne Constantinople
Anne Constantinople is a retired Professor of Psychology, Vassar College, and a long-time teacher in the Marist CLS program. She is a teacher who loves offering these courses and the conversations with people who have had experiences in real life!