SPAN 335 - "Afridentity" and "Hispanity" Caribbean Literature from the 19th Century to the Present

Institution:

Knox College

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Description:

This course examines the representation of race, class and color in the literatures of Cuba, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic from the 19th century to the present. The course emphasizes the relationship between literary texts and the socio-historical context with special attention given to political ideologies in these postcolonial societies. The images of blacks and mulattoes and also the conceptualization of identity in these countries are explored. Prereq: SPAN 235 or equivalent; or permission of instructor; CL: BKST 335, LAST 335; J. Dixon

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.knox.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 341-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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