Inter-American relations have a long history, starting in colonial times until today. About 1.5 million Hispanics legally enter the U.S. each year (U.S. Census Bureau), triggering a growing discontent in the Anglo-American population. The U.S.-Mexican border is controversially discussed in the media. This class will look at how both cultures are perceived and how the border is represented in contemporary literature. We will examine both, fictional and non-fictional texts and discuss the possibility of inter-cultural mediation. A reader with selected works will be made available at the copy shop Reckhammerweg 4 after the first class meeting!
All students are asked to get a copy of the following books:
Sandra Cisneros. The House on Mango Street. ISBN 0-7475-6088-9
Be prepared to have read the novel by November 12
Ana Castillo. The Guardians. ISBN 978-0-8129-7571-0
Be prepared to have read the novel by January 7 |
