French Literature in Translation

Catalog description

This course introduces students to some of the most important French speaking thinkers (writers, poets, and film directors). An emphasis on historical and cultural context will provide students with a better understanding of literary texts and culture. Each course is organized around one theme or question subject to change. Students will enhance their skill of analyzing narrative [literature, films] and gain an understanding of historical and cultural aspects in the modern French-speaking world. Students will work on producing good academic prose, clear and concise essays on novels, plays, poems, films and/or theoretical works studied in class. Selected films in French will be shown with English subtitles. Class will be conducted in English. French majors may enroll in this course and use it as an elective if they do not have FR 307 and FR 309 . Prerequisite: Sophomore Standing or Consent of Instructor.