EN235 — U.S. Latino Literature
EN 235 - U.S. Latino Literature EN 235 - U.S. Latino Literature This course involves reading and discussing various genres of Latino literature, including autobiographical essays, short stories, drama, and poetry. Students learn to analyze the plots, themes, settings, characters, styles, and moods of pieces of literature. Students examine how literary devices, allusions (historical, political, etc.), and figures of speech contribute to works as a whole. Readings and discussions of Latino literature of several different groups, including Puerto Ricans, Cubans, and Dominicans within and outside of the U.S. will allow students to develop an awareness of and sensitivity to various Latino cultures, and their diasporas. A comparative approach will be used throughout to develop critical thinking and deepen the knowledge and understanding students have of Latino people in the U.S. Course