Identity, Feminism, and Secularism in Hebrew Literature

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Provides a broad overview of Modern Hebrew literature, spanning from its origins in the eighteenth century to the contemporary era. Aims to shed light on the factors that make this literature distinctive and fascinating. The course delves into various themes, such as Jewish identity, feminism, secularism, and Zionism, while examining the interplay and conflicts between different generations of literary works. The readings for the course comprise a selection of short stories in translation, but will be available in Hebrew for interested students. All lectures and discussions will be held in English.