Welcome to the Fall 2018 edition of Non-Western Literature on MWF @ 10:00-10:50 (not 11:50, as the syllabus incorrectly states). "Non-Western Literature" is a semi-historical survey of literature written outside of the "Western" tradition, which basically means Greece, Rome, and eventually, Europe and America. What were people in the rest of the world writing, especially since most people actually live in the rest of the world? There are thousands of years of literature we barely explore in American education, much of which has influenced our own literature and ideas. If you've ever taken a yoga class...if you've ever drawn a yin-yang symbol...if you've ever said "karma is a bitch!" and if you've ever read manga or watched anime, then you've partaken in the "non-western" tradition.
This class will explore works by several different periods and cultures, and explore the connections between Asian/African/Caribbean writers, as well as to our own literature and traditions. Be sure to buy the books for class as soon as possible, since you WILL need to read them for class. Check the syllabus for the course requirements and schedule and please ask me if you have any other questions.
I look forward to spending the semester with you and with this literature!
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