Seminar in Modern Hebrew Literature

1 Course Unit

This course introduces students to selections from the best literary works written in Hebrew over the last hundred years in a relaxed seminar environment. The goal of the course is to develop skills in critical reading of literature in general, and to examine how Hebrew authors grapple with crucial questions of human existence and national identity. Topics include: Hebrew classics and their modern "descendents," autobiography in poetry and fiction, the conflict between literary generations, and others. Because the content of this course changes from year to year, students may take it for credit more than once. This course is conducted in Hebrew and all readings are in Hebrew. Grading is based primarily on participation and students' literary understanding. Spring Also Offered As: COML 4300, JWST 4300, NELC 4300 Mutually Exclusive: MELC 5410 Prerequisite: HEBR 1000 1 Course Unit