French 363 - SOCIAL DIFFRNCE IN 19TH C FICT

The course examines literary works where love is used as a narrative and thematic device to explore the meaning and relevance of social difference. Themes to be considered include the institution of marriage; exoticism as escapism; illness and death. Novels by Bernardin de Saint-Pierre, Stendhal, George Sand, Lamartine, and Alexandre Dumas, fils. Readings in relevant historical and cultural topics.