ML 6540 - Points of Contact:US&Latin Am

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Modern Languages

Description:

This course provides a historical overview and a theoretical perspective on the subject of colonialism and immigration affecting both the US and Latin America. Major literary works that explore this topic will be examined to trace how migration processes and cultural production affect the formation of national identity. Text selections will include: Octavio Paz, El laberinto de la soledad, Gloria Anzaldua, Borderlands/La frontera.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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