NES 2754

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NES 2754
Introduction to Near Eastern Civilization: Wondrous Literatures of the Near East

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2016-2017.

This survey course (which also fulfills an NES major requirement) is a multidisciplinary introduction to Near Eastern civilization, exploring history, literature, religion, art and archeology, and other aspects of the Near East's rich and diverse heritage from earliest times to the present. In Fall 2016, the focus is on the wondrous literatures of the region. Together we will read and discuss such ancient works as the 'Epic of Gilgamesh' and 'The Song of Songs,' from such medieval works as the 'Travels' of Ibn Battuta, the 'Shahnameh' of Ferdowsi, and the poems of Yehuda Ha-Levi, and modern material from the Arabic, Armenian, Hebrew, Persian and Turkish literary traditions. All material is in English translation.

When Offered Fall.

Breadth Requirement (GHB)
Distribution Category (LA-AS)
Satisfies Requirement Requirement for NES majors.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: COML 2754

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 16166 NES 2754   LEC 001

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