Fall 2003

SPN 326L • Introduction to Spanish Literature Since 1700

Course Description

The course offers an overview of the literature of Spain from the mid-1700's through the present. Works are seen in chronological order, and background material regarding literary periods and historical context will be presented in class. Course objectives are for students to be able to do the folowing: read, analyze, compare, and critically discuss works of literature in Spanish; characterize various literary periods and movements of the 18th-20th centuries; and relate the texts read in class to their corresponding historical contexts.

Grading Policy

First exam 23% Second exam 23% Comprehensive final examination 30% Writing assignments 10% Attendance, participation, class work 4%

Texts

Moratín, Leandro Fernández de. El sí de las niñas Duque de Rivas. Don Alvaro, o la fuerza del sino Unamuno, Miguel de. San Manuel Bueno, mártir García Lorca, Federico. La casa de Bernarda Alba Fernán Gómez, Fernando. Las bicicletas son para el verano A photocopied packet containing a selection of poetry, essays, and short fiction.

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