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ENAM0211A-S12

Global Literature for Youth

Global Perspectives on Literature for Youth
Literature in translation, post-colonial English literature, and the literature of immigrants are a growing part of literature available to American children. We will examine literature from Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia originally written in English or in translation. What makes international literature distinct from multicultural literature? Do these literary traditions bridge cultural gaps? What issues arise in translating for children? What is the phenomenon of "Americanization?" What are the implicit and explicit cultural and/or ethnic expectations regarding authorship and criticism in international literature? In this class we will examine these questions through the lens of literature for children.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
21966
Subject Code:
ENAM
Course Number:
0211
Section Identifier:
A

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ENAM 0211

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Spring 2012

ENAM0211A-S12 Lecture (Cooper)