LITR 030A. Literature of Resistance

This course is taught in English and explores Arabic texts (in English translation) that take a stand against contemporary political, social, or economic realities in the Middle East and North Africa. Fiction and non-fiction accounts as well as poetry will be investigated alongside experimental contemporary genres and blogs to uncover the different ways in which Arabs are attempting to rewrite the world around them. The theme of resistance - against colonialism, state oppression, social codes, and literary norms - will shape our discussions. New narratives inspired by the Arab uprisings will receive special focus.
Humanities.
1 credit.
Eligible for ISLM, PEAC
Catalog chapter: Modern Languages and Literatures: Literatures in Translation
Department website: http://www.swarthmore.edu/modern-languages-literatures

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