SPAN0481A-S25
Myth of Don Juan
Understanding the Myth of Don Juan in the Western Tradition
The myth of Don Juan has embodied the thoughts, desires, and aspirations of multiple authors from different times and countries. In this course we will gain insights into core characteristics that define the Don Juan persona. We will analyze the original components of the character of Don Juan, situate the myth in its social and historical contexts, and study the different dramatic and literary strategies used by authors, artists, and filmmakers in their construction of Don Juan. Resources to be analyzed will include: fiction, poetry, film (fiction and documentary), philosophical essays, painting, music, and performance. 3 hrs lect./disc.
The myth of Don Juan has embodied the thoughts, desires, and aspirations of multiple authors from different times and countries. In this course we will gain insights into core characteristics that define the Don Juan persona. We will analyze the original components of the character of Don Juan, situate the myth in its social and historical contexts, and study the different dramatic and literary strategies used by authors, artists, and filmmakers in their construction of Don Juan. Resources to be analyzed will include: fiction, poetry, film (fiction and documentary), philosophical essays, painting, music, and performance. 3 hrs lect./disc.
- Term:
- Spring 2025
- Location:
- 75 Shannon Street 202(75SHS 202)
- Schedule:
- 7:30pm-10:25pm on Monday (Feb 10, 2025 to May 12, 2025)
- Type:
- Seminar
- Course Modality:
- In-Person
- Instructors:
- Marta Manrique-Gomez
- Subject:
- Spanish
- Department:
- Luso-Hispanic Studies
- Division:
- Languages
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- EUR LIT LNG
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 21683
- Subject Code:
- SPAN
- Course Number:
- 0481
- Section Identifier:
- A