PORT 1053 - Luso-Brazilian Topics

Institution:

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Subject:

Portuguese

Description:

The course will deal with the contemporary (post-Modernist) narrative in Brazil, particularly that of the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Students will read and discuss novels and short stories of such authors as Clarice Lispector, Ignácio de Loyola Brandão. Rubem Fonseca, Silviano Santiago, and Chico Buarque in light of contemporary literary theory. Readings are all in Portuguese, but discussion and papers may be in Portuguese, Spanish or English. A 20-page paper on one or more of the authors works will be turned in at the end of the course. An oral report on a different Brazilian literary or cultural topic is also required. Check with the department on how often this course is offered.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pitt.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 624-4141

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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