The course will study the contributions of Chicanos in literature and how various literary forms express their world view and culture. The course will deal with the Mexican-American in relation to American whites including issues of racism and sexism. Origins, elements, forms, and functions of mythology in works from earliest times to present, emphasizing the role of myth in literature and culture. Completion of ENGL 101. The course examines film as unique literary expression as well as film adaptations of other literary media.
Emphasis is on the literary basis and function of the film genre.
In addition to the films studied, students will read literary works that have been adapted into film, as well as selected critical works that deal with film as literature. The course covers the principle events leading up to the tragic years as well as the aftermath. Course will examine the regional literature that emerged from the American West, focusing on a varied selection of fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and drama. Subtopics may include the mythogenesis of the Western hero, issues of environmentalism, and the transformative power of the western landscape. Staff Refer to the Work Experience section of this schedule for specific enrollment information.