HISP 366 - 20th Century Mexican Literature La Mexicanidad

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Trinity College

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This course examines the century-long quest for national identity in Mexico and in particular, the political, social, and cultural impact of the Mexican Revolution on intellectual discourse. Topics of study include Marxism, the development of civil and women's rights, community art, secularism, and the importance of mestizaje in the shaping of Mexican identity and letters. We will read primarily novels and essays, by authors ranging from José Vasconcelos to Subcomandante Marcos. We will also critically examine the artwork of the Mexican muralists and Frida Kahlo. (Also offered under the Latin American and Caribbean Studies concentration of the International Studies Program.) Taught in Spanish. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in HISP270 and one of the following: HISP261 or HISP262 or HISP263 or HISP264; or Permission of the Instructor. 1.00 units, Seminar

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0.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Trincoll.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 297-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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