SURVEY OF CHINESE LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION

LITTRANS 263

A historical introduction to the important literary works of Japan. Focus on literary tradition before the restoration of 1868.

ASIAN 371

Literary or cultural study of a particular theme, work, period, or genre in Chinese literature. Possible topics include: Confucian Analects, The Dream of the Red Chamber, Journey to the West, or Traditional Chinese Drama. Translations serve as the principal texts, but students of Chinese are required to do some reading in the original.

ASIAN 352

A critical introduction to Chinese-language prose fiction and poetry from the late 19th century through today.

LITTRANS 264

Survey of Japanese Literature from 1868 to present, including novels and short stories by significant authors.

ASIAN 351

A critical introduction to the literature of China from early texts through the late imperial period. Works include poetry, prose, fiction and drama. Not open to students who completed E ASIAN 351 prior to Fall 2019.