The development of modern China as seen through its literature covering the period 1915-1989. Exploration of the relationship between writing and political change, the role of dissident writers, and the politics of gender in texts from mainland China and Taiwan. All readings are in English translation. (Gen.Ed. AL, G)

Focus on social and cultural diversity in China through the lens of language. This course will emphasize three aspects: classification of the minorities and their languages, language contact and the formation of Chinese dialects, and the role of language in identifying ethnic groups and in maintaining distinct cultures. No prerequisites.

This course is a continuation of Chinese 127. It is geared for students who have some background in Chinese, and who want to focus on reading and writing.

This course is a continuation of Chinese 127. It is geared for students who have some background in Chinese, and who want to focus on reading and writing.

A beginning course in modern standard Chinese (Mandarin). Introduction to the romanization phonetic system of Chinese (Hanyu pinyin), essential sentence structures, basic vocabulary, and approximately 180 traditional characters. Basic skills in listening, reading, and writing. Content and structure same as first half of CHINESE 126.

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Develops reading and speaking abilities in Mandarin. Should recognize 1800 characters by year's end. Prerequisite: CHINESE 326.