University of Portland Bulletin 2014-2015

SPN 316 Literature and Culture of Contemporary Mexico

The course looks at contemporary Mexican Culture and society through the study of fictional works by Mexican authors. A variety of literary genres will be read, analyzed and discussed. Themes include: race, gender and ethnicity in the construction of identity; cultural variations among Mexicans; rural and urban views of the nation.

Prerequisite

SPN 301, SPN 302
  • Up one level
  • 300