Modern Russian Poetry. A knowledge of Russian is required. The subject of the course is Russian lyric poetry during the age of Symbolism, with some comparative material on longer narrative poems and verse drama. Reading, translation, and explication of selected poems by Vladimir Solov'ev, Brjusov, Bal'mont, Sologub, Zinaida Gippius, Konevskoj, Dobroljubov, Vladimir Gippius, Blok, Belyj, Vjaceslav Ivanov, Annenskij, Bunin, Komarovskij and Volosin. Knowledge of Russian is required.
Translations are to be prepared for every class.
There is a final exam. This is a beginner's course in the essentials of grammar and pronunciation. Daily preparation, quizzes and tests and the language lab are required of all students. Czech 142 or equivalent. This is a continuation of Czech 141 and 142 with emphasis on acquainting students with basic reading, writing, and language skills.