SPAN 344 - Modern Hispanic American Literature and Culture

A study of Hispanic American literature and cultural production from the wars of independence until the present (19th and 20th Centuries). Politics and important historical events are discussed through the analysis of literary texts and most representative works of the corresponding period (other sources such as documentary videos, newspapers, and films are considered). Students are exposed to a wide variety of literary genres ranging from narrative, drama, poetry, essay, etc. Conducted in Spanish. SPAN 341 with a grade of C+ or better is highly recommended prior to this course.

Credits: 4
Terms Offered: Spring