Cityscapes: The City in World Literature

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In this seminar, we will examine the themes and structures of cities as they appear or are imagined in selected literature from around the world. Both as setting and metaphor, cities reflect our political, social, and economic ambitions- and, as the site of urban poverty and alienation, our cultural failures, as well. Out texts will include poetry, drama, fiction, and film from Asia Africa, Europe, and the Americas from ancient times to the modern era. Course requirements include an analytical research paper, a team oral presentation and both a midterm and final exam. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisite: Take one course in each group: Group 1 (FCWR 101 or FCWR 111 or WRIT 101 or WRIT 111) and Group 2 (FCWR 151 or FCWR 161 or WRIT 151 or WRIT 161) Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3