Latinx Literature

Catalog description

Prerequisite: Completion of ENGL C1000 or C1000H. This course introduces students to the literary, social, and cultural aspects of novels, short stories, essays, poetry, and theater, reflecting the diverse range of Latinx/e experiences. The course emphasizes both difference and inclusivity, as it explores the ways in which cultural identity, in conjunction with the languages and literary forms of American cultures, gives rise to both unique and varied literature. Issues of racism, sexism, and borderland and national identity create a framework for the analysis of the selected works. (UC, CSU, AVC)