This course examines the long nineteenth century in Latin America (1790–1910), focusing on the interplay between literature and politics. Delving into the turbulent processes that shaped modern Latin America, students will explore theoretical debates surrounding the creation of the new republics. Students will analyze print media—including pamphlets, newspapers, essays, popular poetry, foundational romances, and textbooks—to examine how these transformations redefined key concepts such as citizenship, gender roles, racial identities, and class structures. The course will cover both canonical and recent scholarship, offering an overview of the main academic approaches and essential concepts for understanding and interpreting the nineteenth century.
R 2:00-4:50 PM, 217 Gregory Hall
CRN: 52373
Instructor: Yamile Ferreira
Image: Agustín Arrieta, “Tertulia de pulquería,” 1851