Daily reading, analysis and critique of the assigned material are expected. Active daily participation, a series of short written preparation assignments designed to initiate student-led class discussions, and two short papers are also required. Two semester exams and a final exam are required. Prior study of Spanish culture or literature is desirable but not an absolute pre-requisite. Discussion and application of pertinent theoretical studies.
Class is seminar style.
Daily reading, analysis and critique of the assigned material are expected. Active daily participation, a series of short written preparation assignments designed to initiate student-led class discussions, and three short papers are also required. Two semester exams and a final exam are required. Prior study of Spanish culture or literature is desirable but not an absolute pre-requisite. We will also see how these novels confront questions of the native and the foreign, the popular, the role of culture in society and the search for identity.