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ALIT201
Introduction to Japanese Literature and Aesthetics
ALIT201 FA
Crosslistings: EAST210
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times |
|---|
| 1 | 20 | 0 | Times: M.W.... 2:40PM-4:00PM; |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the current phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Wed Mar 4 05:01:03 EST 1998
)
This course provides an introduction to classical Japanese
literature and aesthetics. Readings will include THE TALE
OF GENJI, selected Noh plays, poetry, writings on Buddhism
and aesthetics, and a bit of modern fiction that reflects
classical standards. All readings will be in English, and
no prior knowledge of Japanese language is required. If
you've never studied premodern Japan before, you should read
a good survey, such as John Hall's JAPAN FROM PREHISTORY TO
MODERN TIMES or Sir George Sansom's JAPAN, A SHORT CULTURAL
HISTORY, as the course progresses.
MAJOR READINGS
Murasaki Shikibu, THE TALE OF GENJI
(Seidensticker translation)
Tanizaki, IN PRAISE OF SHADOWS
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Students will write regular
short papers on the readings, which they will share with
each other electronically. These papers will provide the
basis for class discussion. Late papers will not be
accepted. Each student will also undertake a research or
creative project which will address literature or another
aspect of Japanese aesthetics.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Regular attendance;
participation in class discussions. Students who are
studying the Japanese language will be asked to learn
certain names, titles, and terms in Japanese.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA AL&L
Prerequisites:
None
- Section 01
- Chambers, A
- Times: M.W.... 2:40PM- 4:00PM;
- Grading Mode: A/F
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 0, Jr: 0, So: 0, Fr: 1
- No Major Preference Given
Last Updated on MAR-03-1998
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