RUSS B210 - The Golden Age of Russian Literature

Institution:

Haverford College

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Description:

E.Allen Introduces seminal works that formed the foundation of modern Russian literature. Examining texts in a wide range of genres, students read influential fictional works that illuminate not only Russian character, history and society but also European culture in the early nineteenth century. Considers themes like the nature of freedom, the idea of irrationality, and the complexities of moral judgment. Particular attention is paid to "play" in various forms that Dostoevsky, Gogol, Lermontov, Pushkin, Tolstoy, and Turgenev incorporated in their rapid creation of a modern literary tradition. All readings, lectures, and discussions are conducted in English. Not offered in 2008-09.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2007 - 08/30/2008 

Institution Website:

www.haverford.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 896-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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