La question animale

From fables and fairytales to postmodern pastiche, the presence of the animal, whether literal or allegorical, has worked as a critical counterpoint to that of the human. In this course we will consider some ways in which modern French prose, poetry, film and philosophy “think” – and increasingly mourn – humans’ disappearing others. Authors include Michaux, Cendrars, Ponge, Bresson, Cixous, Darrieussecq, Baratay, Despret, Chevillard, Marker, Derrida. Pre Requisites: A course at the 600- or 700-level or equivalent proficiency. Contact the instructor to verify your proficiency if you have not taken French at Brown. Taught in French.