HSPST-361/461 Post-Boom Narratives
Studies the narrative of Hispanic American authors of the 1970’s-1980’s whose work came to light after the literary "boom" of Latin American fiction in the previous decade. Post-Boom narratives engage with the social challenges of their time, showing a commitment to ideology and protest. Their work frequently incorporates pop and youth culture. These authors write about dictatorship and exile, oppression and human rights, sexuality and identity. Authors include Elena Poniatowska, Gustavo Sainz, Antonio Skármeta, Manuel Puig, Isabel Allende, Luisa Valenzuela and Rosario Ferré.
Credits
1
Prerequisite
Three courses in HSPST or SPAIN at the 200 level or above, or consent of instructor.
Offered
Spring
Notes
Taught in Spanish.