SLAV-R 451 RUSSIAN POETRY (3 CR.)
Studies Russian lyric verse and its development through Russian literary history. Analyzes the most prominent works in the genre, from the pre-Pushkin period to the present day, and develops interpretive strategies. Considers the unique place of lyric verse in the Russian cultural tradition, its interactions with other cultural forms in Russia, and its origins in and influence on other literary traditions. Readings in Russian; discussion in English.
1 classes found
Fall 2024
Component | Credits | Class | Status | Time | Day | Facility | Instructor |
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SEM | 3 | 30772 | Open | 11:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. | MW | WH 108 | Emery J |
Regular Academic Session / In Person
SEM 30772: Total Seats: 8 / Available: 7 / Waitlisted: 0
Seminar (SEM)
- COLL (CASE) Global Civ & Cultr
- COLL (CASE) A&H Breadth of Inq
- Above class open to undergraduates only
- Above class meets with SLAV-R 551.
- COLL (CASE) A&H Breadth of Inquiry credit
- COLL (CASE) Global Civ & Culture credit
This course introduces lyric verse as a concept and in its development through Russian literary history. In addition to key theoretical works on lyric, we will read many of the most prominent poems in the Russian language, from the pre-Pushkin period to the present day. Students will develop a full set of interpretive strategies for approaching, appreciating, and understanding lyric poetry. Readings largely in Russian.