International Studies 384 - Langston Hughes: Global Writer

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Macalester College

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The great African American writer Langston Hughes (1902-1967) is best know as the poet laureate of the Harlem Renaissance. But his career was vaster still. He was a Soviet screenwriter, Spanish Civil War journalist, African literary anthologist, humorist, playwright, translator, social critic, writer of over 10,000 letters, and much more. This course engages Hughes's full career, bridging race and global issues, politics and art, and makes use of little-known archival materials. Alternate years; not offered 2008-2009. (4 credits.) Advanced Courses Students should have at least two courses in international studies including an Introduction to International Studies, or the permission of the instructor.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.macalester.edu

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(651) 696-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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