FRNCH-241 In Translation: North African Literature in France

Introduction of North African diaspora in France through texts in translation. The course analyzes the roots of gender and religion-based stereotypes as they affect the Muslim population. It includes considerations on the History of North-African immigration in France; the aftermath of the French-Algerian War, as well as French secularism. Reading include novels and critical texts, online research, and films focused on the immigrant experience in France. Cannot normally count toward the French and Francophone Studies major or minor. Taught in English. No knowledge of Arabic required.

Maximum Enrollment

Standard Course (40)

Credits

1

Cross Listed Courses

LIT-241

Offered

Spring

Notes

Cannot count toward the French and Francophone Studies major or minor. Taught in English. No knowledge of Arabic required.