Borges

In this course we will analyze and discuss representative works of Jorge Luis Borges, with additional readings from major literary and cultural sources influenced by the Argentine author. We will discuss examples of Borges's poetry, short fiction, essays, and translations. His work will serve as a gateway to such topics as literary theory, the role of the author, orality, philosophy, modernism and post-modernity, genre and subterfuge. (SPAN 0220 or placement) 3 hrs. lect./disc.