ALIT221

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ALIT221

The Tale of Genji ALIT221 SP

Crosslistings: EAST221

Next Offered in 9899 SP

Written almost a thousand years ago, the GENJI is the supreme masterpiece of Japanese literature. We will exaamine and discuss the GENJI (using Seidensticker's complete translation) in relation to its historical and cultural contexts.

MAJOR READINGS

THE TALE OF GENJI (unabridged Seidensticker
translation)
Other Japanese literary works contemporaneous with or
indebted to the GENJI.
English-language studies of the GENJI.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Class presentations, research paper, final examination.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

No knowledge of the Japanese language is required, but some background in East Asian Studies or in literature is desirable. Regular preparation and participation are essential.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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

Prerequisites: None

Last Updated on MAR-03-1998

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Reference:

Lady, Muraski, THE TALE OF GENJI. Cambridge: The Riverside Press

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