FRSEMR 37y - Muslim Voices in Contemporary World Literatures

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Harvard University

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Description:

Investigates contemporary experiences of being Muslim in different societies as reflected in literature. Explores range of issues facing Muslim communities in various parts of the world through short stories, novels, and poems. Examines impact of colonialism, nationalism, and globalization; politicization of Islam; status of women and gender relations; attitudes towards the West and Western culture; interaction between religion, race, and ethnicity; search for an "authentic" modern Islamic identity. Readings of Muslim authors from five continents.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.harvard.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 495-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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