Contemporary Poetry of Latin America

An exploration of some representative poets and movements in modern Latin American poetry, with special emphasis on the Latin American Modernists, the Avant-Garde and contemporary trends. Topics include: analytical techniques, historicity, poetry and translation, and a creative writing workshop. For advanced students only. Prerequisites: HISP 0740 , or HISP 0600 and HISP 0730 . Previous experience in 1000-level Spanish courses desirable.