The Modern Voice in Japanese Literature

This survey explores the emerging modern voice in Japanese literature, with emphasis on prose fiction. After a brief introduction to earlier centuries, we will focus on the short stories and novels of the twentieth century. Among the authors considered will be Natsume Soseki, Nagai Kafu, Tanizaki Jun'ichiro, and Nobel laureates Kawabata Yasunari and Oe Kenzaburo. Discussions will center on issues of modernity, gender, and literary self-representation. No knowledge of Japanese language required.
Course Attributes: EN H; BU Eth; AS HUM; AS LCD; FA HUM; AR HUM

The Modern Voice in Japanese Literature

EAST ASIAN LANGUAGES & CULTURES 333

Section 01