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International Short Story

Fall 2024

Details

Credit

4

Mode

In Person

Component

Lecture

Meets

In Person September 3, 2024 - December 10, 2024

Instructors

Kathryn Lachman

Description

This class offers an introduction to the short story as a literary genre and will cover works from different parts of the world. The course is designed to familiarize students with the analytical tools to read, interpret, and discuss short fiction. We will explore the cultural contexts and the power relations operative with each individual story, especially with reference to race, class, and gender. Assigned texts may include fantastic tales, surprise endings, or science fiction. (Gen. Ed. AL)

Eligibility


Dates

Start Date

September 3, 2024

End Date

December 10, 2024

Subject Details

Subject Description

Comparative Literature

Subject

COMP-LIT

Catalog Number

121

Class Number

35444

Catalog Details

Course ID

015148

Section

03

Academic Career

UGRD

Meeting

Tu Th 10:00AM 11:15AM Herter Hall room 207

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