French 230fr - Colloquium in French Studies: “Femmes révolutionnaires”--Women and Gender in 18th C France
Colq: Femmes révolutionnaires
Spring
2022
01
4.00
Mary Allen
M W 1:20 PM - 2:35 PM
Smith College
FRN-230fr-01-202203
Hatfield 106
mallen58@smith.edu
What were women’s aspirations and occupations, and what status did women hold in society during the
century in which the « rights of man » were declared? This course examines texts by women and/or
concerning women and gender composed during the age of Enlightenment in France, from the early
18th century to the days of the Revolution. Through study of several literary genres, artistic works, and
modern film adaptations, students will become familiar with texts and history of 18th century France,
while being encouraged to draw parallels and contrasts between our period of study and the 21st
century. Enrollment limited to 18. (E)
century in which the « rights of man » were declared? This course examines texts by women and/or
concerning women and gender composed during the age of Enlightenment in France, from the early
18th century to the days of the Revolution. Through study of several literary genres, artistic works, and
modern film adaptations, students will become familiar with texts and history of 18th century France,
while being encouraged to draw parallels and contrasts between our period of study and the 21st
century. Enrollment limited to 18. (E)