Castilian is the official national language of Spain. However, the Constitution recognizes other co-official languages such as Basque (Euskera), Galician, and Catalan. These languages have a long history and rich literatures and cultures. However, unlike Castilian, Basque, Galician, and Catalan were repressed during long periods of Spain’s history. In this course we will analyze some of Basque, Galician, Catalan literature masterpieces by paying attention to issues of linguistic deterritorialization, politicization, visibility, and cultural translation. Readings will be in Spanish, but texts in the original languages will be provided as well to invite a further exploration of linguistic diversity. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisites: SPAN 228
MWF 11:00-11:50am; 236 Wohlers Hall
CRN 60341 (Section D)
Instructor: Pilar Martínez-Quiroga (pquiroga@illinois.edu)