What literature would be considered to be part of the United States CURRENT literary canon.
You asked this question yesterday and I'll give you the same answer: There is not one magic list. It doesn't exist.
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You can go through the Wikipedia link ( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_literature ) that's in that first link above and try to put together a list, but your list will not be "correct" because someone can always think of something to add or disagree with something that's listed.
There is no magic list. Sorry.
http://als.lib.wi.us/Collegebound.html
The first section of this reading list contains some excellent titles. It's a good place to start.
I agree with Writeacher that there is NO one literary canon. She explained about literary canons in her posts yesterday for you.
Are you asking for "current" literature published in the last year? the last 10 years? the last 50 years? Please clarify what you mean by "current."
You may also want to check this site.
http://www.assumption.edu/users/lknoles/final99/finalresources.html
Thank you for using the Jiskha Homework Help Forum. To better understand the above, you might enjoy the following article, discussing the problems with the literary canon:
http://www.foldedspace.org/weblog/2003/11/the_literary_canon.html
To determine what literature is considered part of the current United States literary canon, you would need to consult multiple sources and analyze various perspectives.
One approach is to start with the Wikipedia page on American literature (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_literature). This page provides a comprehensive overview of American literature and includes a list of key works and authors that are often considered part of the canon. However, it's important to remember that this list is not definitive or universally agreed upon.
Another option is to explore reading lists provided by reputable sources. The link you provided (http://als.lib.wi.us/Collegebound.html) offers a reading list that includes some excellent titles. This can be a good starting point for identifying works that are widely recognized and studied.
It's also worth considering the timeframe for "current" literature. Are you looking for works published in the last year, the last 10 years, or the last 50 years? Clarifying this will help you narrow down your search.
Lastly, the article mentioned in the response (http://www.foldedspace.org/weblog/2003/11/the_literary_canon.html) discusses the problems and limitations of the literary canon. It offers insights into the debates surrounding canon formation and the challenges in defining and selecting works for inclusion.
In summary, determining the current United States literary canon requires research, exploration of various sources, and an understanding that there is no definitive or universally agreed-upon list.