ASIAN 6679 - [Southeast Asian Literature in Translation]

Spring. 4 credits.

Next offered 2013-2014. Co-meets with also ASIAN 3379.

L. Paterson.

This course is an introduction to modern Southeast Asian literature in translation, concentrating on contemporary short stories and novels from the mainland. The course will explore the literature thematically with reference to such issues as modernization, decolonization, changing gender roles and relationships, and the urban-rural dichotomy. (LL)