AFST 306 - Topics in Africana Studies

Institution:

William and Mary

Subject:

Africana Studies

Description:

This course will examine "American" literature beyond its national boundaries. Using Haitian literature as the focal point, our exploration includes works by other writers from the Caribbean. Among these are: Jacques Romaine, Victor Sejour, Maryse Condé, Edourad Glissant and Carmel Victor. We will read English translations of work originally published in French, Spanish and Creole. Our objective is to acquire an understanding of the literary and multicultural relationships between the United States and the Caribbean.

Credits:

1.00 - 3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wm.edu

Phone Number:

(757) 221-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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