Contemporary Global Literature

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Survey course focusing on major works by non-western writers andsocial/historical contexts informing these works. The course emphasizes howissues of race, class, and gender have informed the themes of literary worksproduced by non-western writers, situating the works within the context of thestruggle for emancipation, equal rights, and social justice. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GEHumanities and SUNY-GE Diversity. Prerequisite: ENG100 or ENG101. Offeredon: A-E-G