FYSP 100 - The Myth of Venice

FC ARHU WINT

4 credits
The city of Venice is the protagonist in a long-lasting myth of sublime beauty and architectural wonder, of moral corruption and corporeal decay. Its dream-like skyline rising precariously in the midst of the Adriatic, its infested canals and its notorious brothels and casinos have fascinated our creative imagination for centuries. To understand its unique appeal, in this course we will explore how Venice has been represented in literary texts, film, visual art, graphic novels, and tourist guidebooks. We will travel vicariously and immerse ourselves in the Venetian lagoon by reading, talking, and writing about it.
This course is appropriate for new students.