Middlebury

SPAN 0465

Latin American Crime Fiction

Latin American Crime Fiction
Beginning with the editorial and creative work of Borges and Bioy Casares (in the 1940's), the detective novel and short story have had a very strong presence in the literary canon of many Latin American countries. This course includes short stories, novels and films from Argentina, PerĂº, Colombia, and Brazil-territorial affiliations which will inevitably invite our discussion of the historical and the literary in these specific Latin American nations. Furthermore, relevant articles on criminal fiction and the detective genre-such as the works of Todorov, Porter, and Chandler-will be incorporated as course assignments to inform our readings. (Senior majors with at least two Spanish courses numbered 0350 or above, or by waiver.) 3 hrs. sem.
Subject:
Spanish
Department:
Spanish (& Portuguese UG)
Division:
Languages
Requirements Fulfilled:
AAL LIT

Sections in Fall 2006, School Abroad Italy (Florence)

Fall 2006

SPAN0465A-F06 Seminar (Ugaz)