Dive into our Spanish Literature course designed specifically for intermediate to advanced students seeking to master the Spanish language through its rich literary heritage. Covering key periods from the Golden Age to contemporary works, this course integrates in-depth language exercises with cultural insights. Engage in lively discussions, enhance your vocabulary, and develop critical thinking skills while exploring major literary figures and movements. This course is perfect for those who wish to deepen their understanding of Spanish culture and improve their language proficiency through structured readings and dynamic discussions.

DELIVERY MODE

• Face-to-Face

SUGGESTED READING

• Don Quixote (Penguin Classics: 2003), ISBN: 9780142437230
• Lazarillo de Tormes (DualBooks: 2011), ISBN: 9788496575979
• Poems of Antonio Machado (Dover Publications: 2003), ISBN: 9780486435395
  Nada, Carmen Laforet (Modern Library: 2007), ISBN: 978-0812977043
• The Shadow of the Wind, Carlos Ruiz Zafón (Penguin Books: 2005), ISBN: 9780143034902
• The Time of the Doves, Mercè Rodoreda (Graywolf Press: 1986), ISBN: 9781555970737
• The Ages of Lulu, Almudena Grandes (Open Road Media: 2012), ISBN: 9781453263499

COURSE OUTLINE

• Introduction to Spanish Literature: Overview of the history and development of Spanish literature; Discussion of major literary movements and their cultural contexts
• The Golden Age (El Siglo de Oro): In-depth analysis of "Don Quixote" by Miguel de Cervantes; Study of the language and stylistic features of the period
• Romanticism and Realism: Exploration of key texts and authors from these movements; Exercises focusing on language nuances and thematic interpretation
• The Generation of '98 and Modernism: Examination of the works and impact of Unamuno, Valle-Inclán; Connection of literary themes to historical events of the era
• Poetry in Spanish Literature: Study of poems by Antonio Machado and other significant poets; Practice in reading, analyzing, and discussing poetry
• Contemporary Spanish Literature: Discussion of modern novels such as "The Shadow of the Wind" by Carlos Ruiz Zafón; Themes of memory, identity, and democracy in recent literary works
• Women Writers in Spanish Literature: Analysis of "Nada" by Carmen Laforet and other female authors; Consideration of gender and social issues through literary perspectives
• Comparative Literature: Comparison between Spanish and Latin American literary works; Exercises to develop critical thinking and comparative analysis skills
• Film Adaptations of Spanish Literature: Viewing and analysis of films based on Spanish literary works; Discussion on how adaptations interpret and portray original texts

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate comprehension of major periods and movements in Spanish literature
2. Apply analytical skills to interpret and discuss literary texts
3. Improve Spanish language proficiency through literature
4. Gain insights into Spanish and Hispanic cultures through literary exploration
5. Develop comparative analytical skills