French 314 - Translating Contemp Fren

Spring
2022
01
4.00
Laure A. Katsaros

MW 12:00 PM-01:20 PM

Amherst College
FREN-314-01-2122S
FAYE113
lakatsaros@amherst.edu

This course aims at improving the students' knowledge of the contemporary French language and of contemporary French society through translation. We will draw from a wide variety of sources, such as fiction, poetry, film, songs, graphic novels and advertising, to gain a better understanding of idiomatic French and of the translation process. Some translation theory will be introduced, but the class will primarily focus on close readings and critical interpretations of sources.  Conducted in French.

Requisite: One of the following--FREN 207 or 208 or the equivalent. Limited to 18 students. Spring semester: Professor Katsaros.

Permission is required for interchange registration during all registration periods.