Modern Chinese Fiction and Film (1919 - 1949)

Catalog description

Chinese fiction and film from 1919 to 1949. Addresses historical, political and literary or cinematic background; considers origins of modern Chinese consciousness, influence of foreign literature, images of oppressed peoples, social roles of the modern Chinese writers, family, women and gender, politics, nation and revolution. Satisfies a minor requirement in Chinese Studies. Satisfies an interdisciplinary minor requirement in East Asian Studies. Students entering 2012 and after: satisfies Literary Studies, Creative Writing, cultural diversity, and Rhetoric requirement. Prerequisites & Notes Taught in English.