2021-2022 Undergraduate & Graduate Catalog
FRE 427 - Francophone Literatures and Cultures
Readings of novels, plays, and poetry from the Francophone world. The regions that are chosen will vary according to the instructor's field of specialization. Close readings will emphasize the distinctive cultures of the Francophone world and discussion of the important issues raised by these texts, in particular: racism, the colonial past, present corruption, and memory. Offered fall semester in even-numbered years. Prerequisites: C (not C-) or better in all core curriculum courses (FRE 315, FRE 316, FRE 317, and FRE 318) and completion of one 300-level literature elective, or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3