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ALIT250

Introduction to Korean Literature
ALIT250 FA

Crosslistings: EAST250
SectionClass Size*AvailableTimesPOIPrereq
1 25 5 Times: M.W.... 2:40PM-4:00PM;NoNo

*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for the Blue Add 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 Tue Aug 10 05:00:30 EDT 1999 )

This course surveys English translation, all major genres of Korean literature from ancient times to the present. An effort will be made to relate the unfolding literary patterns to trends in Korean history. Comparisons to Chinese and Japanese literary experience will also be developed. No knowledge of Korea is required.

MAJOR READINGS

Peter Lee, ed., ANTHOLOGY OF KOREAN
LITERATURE
Yi Ki-baek, NEW HISTORY OF KOREA

Peter Lee, ed., FLOWERS OF FIRE
Fulton, WORDS OF FAREWELL
Kim, LOST NAMES
Yun, HOUSE OF TWILIGHT
Oh, THE GOOD PEOPLE

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Two brief (3-5 pp) papers, one midterm, one final examination or long (15-20 page) paper, class participation.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

For admission to course: Some other course in East Asian Studies or relevant personal background is desired. No knowledge of the Korean language is required, however.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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

Prerequisites: None

Section 01
Nelson, B
Times: M.W.... 2:40PM- 4:00PM;
Grading Mode: A/F
Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 1, Fr: 1
No Major Preference Given

Last Updated on MAR-22-1999




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