HISP 317 - Survey of Latin American Literature I: Defining Latin America

Semester Offered: First Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 credits
Attribute: 4HU, CD

After Columbus’ 1492 voyage, a New World emerged. This course looks at writings by Europeans and `Americans’ during the conquest and colonial period, and traces the subsequent development of regional and national literatures. Although broad in scope, the course focuses on three questions: How did Latin America differentiate itself culturally from Europe? What characterizes a New World criollo tradition? How are national literary canons constructed during independence? Films complement the readings. Taught in Spanish.

Enrollment Limit: 20
Instructor: A. Cara

Prerequisites & Notes: HISP 304 or the equivalent
This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) :
Latin American Studies, Comparative Literature