FLET 248 - African and Middle East Literature and Film

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Randolph-Macon College

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This course is a study of postcolonial literature and film from Africa and the Middle East. The focus will be on recent novels and short stories from countries formerly colonized by France (such as Senegal, Guinea, Cameroon, Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia,) but the course will also include material from Lebanon, Egypt, and Palestinian areas in Israel. Additionally, attention will be given to transnational contemporary literature and issues raised by migration and cultural change. Readings and class discussions will be in English. For French majors, most readings and the additional weekly discussion session will be in French, thus providing a fourth credit hour. Same as FREN 448. Prerequisites for French credit: French literature survey 351, and 356, or permission of instructor. Offered every three years. Three hours; four hours for French major and minor. Staff.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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