Spanish 230AN - Identities & Intersections: An Introduction: 'Animal Stories'

Throughout history, humans have depended on animals not only to survive but to understand the world and to express feelings and ideas. This course explores Latin American cultural landscapes through the study of our relationships with other animals via literary and visual representations. How does our coexistence with domestic and wild animals interact with how we view spirituality, science and technology, environment, economics, migration, and belonging? We will approach this question through different works, with particular focus on indigenous authors. Students will also have a chance to explore their own relationships with other animals.

Prereq: SPAN-212.