Literatures and Cultures of Latin America: From Pre-Columbian to Present
Cafebrería El Péndulo in Mexico City (https://pendulo.com/).
This course offers a comprehensive look at the themes and genres of Latin American literature from pre-Columbian times to present day. Students will explore a diverse range of texts—indigenous narratives, colonial chronicles, foundational literatures, and contemporary works—and themes—identity, colonialism, resistance, modernity, and globalization, among others—with a focus on how Latin American authors have shaped and responded to historical, political, and cultural developments and literary movements.
Language of instruction: Spanish
Instructor: Dr. Kim Beauchesne
Recommended prerequisites: This course is recommended for students who have completed SPAN_V 221 or SPAN_V 301.
Participation = 15% of grade
Discussion Leader Sessions = 15% of grade
Short Essay = 20% of grade
Midterm Exam = 20% of grade
Final Exam = 30% of grade
Readings will be available on Canvas.