Civilization, Culture, and Literature of Latin America

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Course focuses on historical, political, economic, cultural, and social events in the American continent prior to Spanish and Portuguese exploration, conquest and colonization. Examines political, economic, cultural and social changes occurred during the colonial period in territories known as Latin America; causes and effects of Latin American countries' independence; and panoramic view of selected countries events after independence up to present time. Additionally, explores the interrelationship between cultural, artistic and literary expressions, historical and cultural events. Studies literary texts, currents and analyses selected significant writers' literary texts.