ASIAN 2271 - China’s Literary Heritage: An Introduction in Translation

(crosslisted) CAPS 2271
(GHB) (ALC-AS, LA-AS)

Fall. 3 credits. Student option grading.

D.X. Warner.

This is an introductory course designed for, though not limited to, non-majors with or without any knowledge of Chinese language, history, or culture. It offers a guided survey of the history and development of the major literary themes, genres, and traditions that still today are assumed to be an integral part of China’s cultural identity. Readings include works of poetry, prose and fiction, all in English translation. (LL)