ALI 3725 - Between West and East:Pilgrims of Russian Literature

Institution:

SUNY at Purchase College

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Description:

4 credits. The dualism of Russian culture and national identity is explored through the “problem of West vs. East.”Determined by geographical, historical, and religious characteristics particular to Russia, this opposition generated the literary tradition of wandering, knight errantry, and pilgrimage. Students follow the travelers’ routes and spiritual searches, which Russian characters make via the pages of the great literary works. All readings are in English.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.purchase.edu

Phone Number:

(914) 251-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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