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The aim of this course is to examine critical moments in Spain’s history through contemporary Spanish theatre, narrative and poetry. Contexts addressed in the first six weeks will be the Spanish Second Republic (1931-1936), the Civil War (1936-1939) and dissident writing during the Franco dictatorship (1939-1975). The second part of the course departs from the transition through to democracy in Spain (1975-1982). It then moves beyond Eurocentric confines to discuss postmodern parody of European civilisation, the war in Bosnia, and the theme of immigration in Spain and the new crossroad of cultures. By the end of this course you should have an excellent snapshot of Spanish literature, history and culture from 1936 through to the threshold of the 21st century. You will be able to comprehend a range of literary theories and to use them to engage critically with literary texts.
Rodoreda, Mercè: La plaza del Diamante.
Figuera, Ángela (poems supplied).
Pedrero, Paloma: La isla amarilla.
Hibernia, Eva: Los días perdidos.
Monleón, José, ed.: Cuentos de las dos orillas.
Reading of Texts:
You are expected to keep pace with the material being given in lectures, and preferably, to read ahead, in order to understand fully concepts discussed in class and to enable you to put forward your own ideas in an on-going debate.
In Spanish 214 you will have two one-hour lectures per week (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-2p.m. and one weekly tutorial (Fridays, 1-2p.m). All classes will take place in ALR6 (Architecture).
Aim of the Course:
The aim of this course is to examine critical moments in Spain’s history through contemporary Spanish theatre, narrative and poetry. Contexts addressed in the first six weeks will be the Spanish Second Republic (1931-1936), the Civil War (1936-1939) and dissident writing during the Franco dictatorship (1939-1975). The second part of the course departs from the transition through to democracy in Spain (1975-1982). It then moves beyond Eurocentric confines to discuss postmodern parody of European civilisation, the war in Bosnia, and the theme of immigration in Spain and the new crossroad of cultures. By the end of this course you should have an excellent snapshot of Spanish literature, history and culture from 1936 through to the threshold of the 21st century. You will be able to comprehend a range of literary theories and to use them to engage critically with literary texts.
Teaching Staff:
Chris Arkinstall (Weeks 1-6):
Room 721, Arts 1, x87140, e-mail: c.arkinstall@auckland.ac.nz
Office hours: Wednesdays and Fridays 3-4p.m., or if not convenient, by appointment.
Wendy-Llyn Zaza (Weeks 7-12):
Room 705, Arts 1, x87144, e-mail: w.zaza@auckland.ac.nz
Office hours: Thursdays 4-5, Fridays: 2-3, or if not convenient, by appointment.
During Weeks 1-6 it is best to contact Dr. Zaza by e-mail.
Please contact Chris Arkinstall for all queries/issues of an administrative nature.
Texts
García Lorca, Federico: La casa de Bernarda Alba.Rodoreda, Mercè: La plaza del Diamante.
Figuera, Ángela (poems supplied).
Pedrero, Paloma: La isla amarilla.
Hibernia, Eva: Los días perdidos.
Monleón, José, ed.: Cuentos de las dos orillas.
Reading of Texts:
You are expected to keep pace with the material being given in lectures, and preferably, to read ahead, in order to understand fully concepts discussed in class and to enable you to put forward your own ideas in an on-going debate.
