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ALIT231

Premodern Chinese Literature
ALIT231 SP

Crosslistings: EAST231

Next Offered in 9798 SP

Poetry, prose, fiction, and drama of premodern China are central to this course, which provides a survey of Chinese literature from ancient times to 1911. In analyzing the selected works, we will trace the development of the major literary genres, with consideration of social and historical situations in which the masterpieces were produced. No knowledge of Chinese is required.

MAJOR READINGS

Cyril Birch, ANTHOLOGY OF CHINESE LITERATURE

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

One midterm examination, one take-home final, three five-page essays. Each student will also do presentations in class.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

No knowledge of Chinese is required, but some background in literature or in East Asian Studies is desirable.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA AL&L

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-10-1997




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