The following courses are given in English translation; all
readings, lectures, classes, assignments, and tests are in English.
These courses are open to all students, and they may be used to satisfy
the general curricular requirements in literature and global
studies. Students must complete the English composition
requirement before taking these courses. Students wanting to take these
courses for credit toward a French major or minor must meet the
conditions described under Major Requirements.
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French Literature in English Translation: Special Topics (G) (3,3)
Treats a particular theme or genre in French literature.
The topic is announced during preregistration.
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African and Caribbean Literature in English Translation (G) (3)
A study of the Francophone literature of Africa and the Caribbean. Reading and discussion of selected works in prose, poetry, and drama by representative black writers of French expression in English translation. Topics include negritude, the treatment of African women in literature, racial imperialism as a topic of satire and humor, the search for identity, and others.
This course may be taken as part of a major in African American studies.
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Women in French Literature in English Translation (G) (3)
A study of major French texts by and/or about women, by such writers as Balzac, Beauvoir, Colette, Mauriac, and Duras.
This course may be taken as part of a minor in women's studies.
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French Crime Fiction in English Translation (G) (3)
Using short novels and films, the course looks at the way crime and justice have been represented in French literature from the 18th century until the present. Ideas covered include the bandit as folk hero, the aristocratic lawbreaker, the criminal as victim of society and as monstrous genius, crimes of passion, police in literature, the genre of the detective novel, courtrooms, and images of policing in modern society. Reading includes work by Diderot, Balzac, Hugo, Mérimée, Mauriac, Simenon, Camus, and others; selection of French films shown.
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50:420:305,306
French Film in English Translation (G) (3,3)
Survey of the history of French cinema from its beginnings to the
present day. Analysis and interpretation of selected film masterpieces
by major French filmmakers.
These courses may be taken as part of a minor in media studies.
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French Civilization (G) (3)
Historical study of the people and culture of France and an examination of French values and attitudes as seen in the literature, arts, and institutions of the country.
May be given in French or English; language announced during preregistration.
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50:420:391,392
French Literature in English Translation: Special Topics (G) (3,3)
Treats a particular topic related to French culture or to a historical period.
The topic is announced during preregistration.
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