History and the Writer in Latin America (HS0033)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : LLC-4-HS0033

The aim of this option is to examine how writers interpret historical experience in the search for a distinctive cultural identity in Latin America. Texts have been chosen to illustrate outstanding historical issues and to reflect the regional and ethnic diversity of Latin America. Particular attention will be paid to the way in which formal innovations have arisen from efforts to find an authentic voice which might reflect collective as well as individual experience. The option will also explore how many writers have chosen to use fantastic elements to challenge the conventions of literary realism and thereby express other perceptions of historical reality.

Entry Requirements

? Special Arrangements for Entry : For visiting students wishing to enrol the course is available with the explicit permission of the Spanish 3 Course Organiser.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

European Languages and Cultures - Hispanic Studies, (School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, Schedule G)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 4th year

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
22/09/2005	14:00	15:50	Room G.02, William Robertson Building	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Thursday	14:00	15:50	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

The student will be able to discuss a wide range of issues relating to history and the writer in Latin America in oral and written form.

Assessment Information

Formative assessment - one presentation and one chairing of discussion during seminars. Formal summative assessment - one 3-hour written exam consisting of 3 essays.