MLNG 220 - French Literature in Translation

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

MODERN LANGUAGE

Description:

This course introduces students to French poetry, theater, prose fiction and essays of the 17th through the 20th century, with a special focus on the relationship between the literary and visual arts in France. The art of translation itself is central to our approach to several of the works studied. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Recognize and describe several challenges of literary translation, especially in poetry. (2) Recognize major intellectual and sociopolitical currents in France from the 18th through the 20th centuries. (3) Identify and describe several important literary genres and movements. (4) Analyze poems, short essays and passages of literary fiction, identifying theme, argumentation, imagery, and other literary devices. (5) Examine works of visual art firsthand with a critical eye for theme, composition, and historical context. (6) Produce creative individual and group works based on their study of prose and poetical pieces. (7) Identify some aspects of the special status and challenges of francophone culture beyond the borders of France, particularly as they relate to the late colonial period.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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