FRE 365 - Caribbean Studies

Credits: 4

Studies Francophone Caribbean contemporary literature and culture through fiction, film and current events. Explores themes conveyed by various works as well as notions and theories of négritude, antillanité, créolité and postcolonialism. Focus on Martinique, Guadeloupe and Haiti; geography, history, and portrayal of culture and identity. Develops oral communication, writing and higher-thinking skills in French. (Every third year)