This week, we are delving into how authors use their literary works as social commentary. This can be a general commentary related to what is going on in society such as in Frankenstein; as a means to enact change such as in The Jungle; or as telling of an experience, such as in Persepolis.
Initial Response
Choose one of the three works used as examples in Module 4 course content (Frankenstein, The Jungle, or Persepolis). If you have works of your own that you wish to use, let me know ahead of time'
What literary work did you choose and who is the author?
Provide a brief 2-3 sentence summary of the work in your own words.
Why is this work considered a social commentary/literary criticism?