JAPN0290B-S21
The Tale of Genji (in English)
The Tale of Genji (in English)
/The Tale of Genji/ is the world’s first psychological novel. This rich narrative centers on the political intrigues and passionate love affairs of Genji, a fictional prince barred from the throne. In this course we will explore the narrative through a close reading in English translation. Students will gain knowledge of the aesthetic, religious, and social contexts of the Heian period, one of the most vibrant eras in Japanese culture. We will also trace how Genji monogatari has been interpreted over ten centuries in art, theater, films, and most recently, manga. (Formerly JAPN 0190) 3hrs. lect/disc.
/The Tale of Genji/ is the world’s first psychological novel. This rich narrative centers on the political intrigues and passionate love affairs of Genji, a fictional prince barred from the throne. In this course we will explore the narrative through a close reading in English translation. Students will gain knowledge of the aesthetic, religious, and social contexts of the Heian period, one of the most vibrant eras in Japanese culture. We will also trace how Genji monogatari has been interpreted over ten centuries in art, theater, films, and most recently, manga. (Formerly JAPN 0190) 3hrs. lect/disc.
- Term:
- Spring 2021
- Location:
- Online Course ONL(ONLINE ONL)
- Schedule:
- 2:00pm-3:15pm on Monday, Wednesday (Feb 24, 2021 to May 21, 2021)
- Type:
- Lecture
- Course Modality:
- Scheduled Online
- Instructors:
- Unknown Unknown
- Subject:
- Japanese
- Department:
- Japanese Studies
- Division:
- Languages
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- AAL CW LIT NOA
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- JAPN0290A-S21 *
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 22589
- Subject Code:
- JAPN
- Course Number:
- 0290
- Section Identifier:
- B