SPA 3530 Latin American Short Story

This course will offer an overview of the Latin American short story, from its origins in the late 19th century to our days. Attention will be given to the themes, as well as the literary and cultural contexts that have informed literary trends such as costumbrism, realism, magic realism and the fantastic. A selection of readings on literary theory will guide our analysis of specific aspects of the genre.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

SPA 3070 or Chairperson's approval

Distribution

Languages and Cultures

Offered

Summer