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RG ST 133E - Identity, Feminism, and Secularism in Hebrew Literature

Religious Studies College of Letters and Science

Full Course Title

Identity, Feminism, and Secularism in Hebrew Literature

Instructor Name(s)

STAFF

Course Description

Provides a broad overview of Modern Hebrew literature, spanning from its origins in the eighteenth century to the contemporary era. Aims to shed light on the factors that make this literature distinctive and fascinating. The course delves into various themes, such as Jewish identity, feminism, secularism, and Zionism, while examining the interplay and conflicts between different generations of literary works. The readings for the course comprise a selection of short stories in translation, but will be available in Hebrew for interested students. All lectures and discussions will be held in English.

Unit Value

4

Maximum number of times course can be repeated for additional credit

0

Maximum Units

4

Prerequisites

Upper-division standing

Advisory Enrollment Comments

Comparative Literature 184C and Religious Studies 133E are the same course.

General Subject Areas

G

Special Subject Areas

NWC