Thursday, February 5, 2004

Response 4 due.

Leads: Matthew B., Andrew Z., Jay K.

Reading

• Stephen Jay Gould, “The Creation Myths of Cooperstown” (Oates 520–531).

Notes

Discussion questions:

• What role does myth play in the development of community?
• Do you think that Gould is only arguing for a deeper understanding of baseball’s origin? Why or why not?
• Try to identify at least one stylistic device that Gould employs to good effect. Also remember to define any vocabulary that is unfamiliar to you.