SPAN 424 - Mysticism in Literature and Film

Institution:

Catholic University of America

Subject:

Description:

This course provides a socio-cultural-historical and religious background to the mystical literature of Golden Age Spain as well as a close reading and critical interpretation of selected writings of St Teresa of Avila and John of the Cross with parallel viewing of documentary and cinematographic representations of ascetic and mystical life.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.cua.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 319-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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