Literatura iberoamericana

Department - LART
Offered - Spring
Course number - LSPN-P400

Literatura iberoamericana introduces students to Latin American literature of the 20th and 21st centuries. Students examine two major literary genres: the novel and poetry. Students develop knowledge of the historical, linguistic and political movements that shaped the literary landscape of various Latin American countries. Students explore the influences of major writers on contemporary writers. Students learn the major elements of each genre. Students understand the interplay between political repression and artistic expression under dictatorships and civil war. Finally, students develop oral and written language skills through participation in class discussions and writing analytical essays in Spanish as well as writing and presenting a major author study. Note: This course is not available for credit to students for whom Spanish is their native language.

Credits: 3
Course Chair: Darla Hanley
Prerequisites: LSPN-363
Required of: None
Electable by: All