CPL 392 - Special Topics: Images of the US through Latin American Literature

At least sophomore standing. (3) H

Analysis of major perspectives of the U.S. (identity, power and society) through the readings of influential Latin American writers such as Sarmiento, Martí, Paz and Neruda. Special emphasis on Cuba, Chile and Mexico. Literature in translation: reading ability in Spanish desirable but not required. Automatic Honors election for Honors students. Graded ABCDE