Spanish 211 - Intro to Hispanic Lit.

This course provides an introduction to the diverse literatures and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world over the course of six centuries, from the Middle Ages to the twentieth century. Students will learn the tools, language, and critical vocabulary for advanced work reading the canon of Hispanic literatures from Spain, Latin America and the Caribbean Basin, identifying aesthetic trends, historical periods and diverse genres such as poetry, narrative, theater and film. The syllabus will include a wide variety of authors of different national, political, and artistic persuasions and an array of linguistic styles. Conducted in Spanish.

Proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish are required. Limited to 15 students per section.

Fall semester: Professor Schroeder Rodríguez. Spring semester: Professor Brenneis.