This course delves into the richness of Latin American literature by critically analyzing texts that span various moments in the complex history of this extraordinary region. A particular focus will be placed on exploring the dynamic interplay between aesthetics, politics, and social transformation.
Students will compare and contrast how major literary figures (including Quiroga, Borges, Rulfo, García Márquez, Fuentes, and Neruda) alongside emerging voices grapple with a central question: “Who are we?”
Through the analysis of individual texts using relevant literary terminology, students will critically engage with themes such as Latin America's colonial legacy, nation-building, revolutionary processes, race and ethnicity, and gender and sexuality. This course is ideal for students seeking to enhance their oral and written proficiency in Spanish and is especially recommended for those planning to study abroad.
• Fulfills Spanish major/minor introductory requirement.
• Fulfills the College’s writing course requirement.
• Prerequisite: SPAN 004 or the equivalent or permission of the instructor.
Students will compare and contrast how major literary figures (including Quiroga, Borges, Rulfo, García Márquez, Fuentes, and Neruda) alongside emerging voices grapple with a central question: “Who are we?”
Through the analysis of individual texts using relevant literary terminology, students will critically engage with themes such as Latin America's colonial legacy, nation-building, revolutionary processes, race and ethnicity, and gender and sexuality. This course is ideal for students seeking to enhance their oral and written proficiency in Spanish and is especially recommended for those planning to study abroad.
• Fulfills Spanish major/minor introductory requirement.
• Fulfills the College’s writing course requirement.
• Prerequisite: SPAN 004 or the equivalent or permission of the instructor.
- Teacher: Luciano Martinez
