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JAPN0250A-F16

Gender In Japan

Gender in Japan (in English)
In this course we will examine changing ideas about gender and sexuality in Japan in the 10th through 20th centuries, with special attention to the modern period. Sources will include literary texts, films, and social/historical studies. We will discuss topics, including women's writing in classical Japan; the commercialization of sexuality in the 18th century; ideas of "homosexuality" in late-medieval and modern times; and women's social roles and political struggles in the 20th century. 3 hr. lect./disc.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
91915
Subject Code:
JAPN
Course Number:
0250
Section Identifier:
A

Course

JAPN 0250

All Sections in Fall 2016

Fall 2016

JAPN0250A-F16 Lecture (White)
JAPN0250B-F16 Lecture (White)