Latin American Fiction in Translation

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Overview

Subject area

ELS

Catalog Number

250

Course Title

Latin American Fiction in Translation

Description

This course explores the thematic and stylistic variety of contemporary Latin American fiction in English translation. Students will explore the themes of dictatorship, struggle with nature, the plight of natives, mestizaje, social and political unrest and alienation through the analysis of representative stories,novellas and novels. Experimental and fantastic fiction will also be considered. Students will learn about the literary movements that influenced the writers in question.CUNY Pathways: Flexible Core-Individual & Society

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Undergraduate LaGuardia CC

Liberal Arts

Yes

Requirement Designation

FIS - Flexible Core - Individual and Society

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

3

Requisites

011748

Course Schedule