Modern Japanese Literature in Translation

3 Units

Focus on the major genres of modern Japanese literature, including poetry, short story, and novel (shosetsu). No knowledge of Japanese language or history is assumed. Lectures, readings, and discussions are in English. Films and slides complement course readings. Offered as JAPN 255 and WLIT 255 . Counts as a CAS Global & Cultural Diversity course. Counts as a Understanding Global Perspectives course.