This module offers the chance to study Latin American literature of the twentieth and twenty-first century from different nations and of different genres. Drawing on the research interests of the module convenor, the aim will be to examine both canonical and non-canonical texts (novel, short story, poetry, essay) in relation, primarily, to metaphysical questions of the self, language, and alterity, whilst not precluding issues related to historical, political, and social context. Typically, each term would focus on a particular author or issue, examining several key texts in each case in a way that looks both to understand and to critique. One notable feature of the module is that it will involve an openness to engaging with other cultural forms as and when present themselves in the works studied. Thus, students should expect to spend some time working on areas such as music and art in relation to the texts studied. Likewise, where appropriate, texts from outside Hispanic Studies will be referenced, primarily from French Studies and Lusophone Studies, though no knowledge of these languages is required.
Examples of texts and topics that might typically be included in the module are:
Coordinator: Dr Nicholas Roberts
Further details of pre-requisites, co-requisites, aims, contact hours and assessment.