CCIV324

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CCIV324

Historical Narrative CCIV324 FA

Crosslistings: HIST395

Next Offered in 9798 FA

By close reading of some paired works, we will examine how each author has chosen to construct his story (e.g., use of evidence, presentation of themes, depiction of character, authorial intervention, etc.). The selections will probably include: Ladurie, MONTAILLOU; Berger, PIG EARTH; Spence, EMPEROR OF CHINA; Huang, A YEAR OF NO SIGNIFICANCE.

MAJOR READINGS

See above.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Several short (2-3 page) papers and one slightly longer essay (7-10 pages) at the end. No examinations. Strong emphasis on class discussion.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Preference to Classics or Classical Civilization majors.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-10-1997

About the Photo:

K'ang-Hsi, Emperor of China from 1661 through 1722. Jonathan Spence's portrait of K'ang-Hsi, titled EMPEROR OF CHINA, is a text explored in the course.

Reference:

Spence, Jonathan. EMPEROR OF CHINA: SELF-PORTRAIT OF K'ANG-HSI, New York: Vintage Books, 1974

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