Comparative Literature Studies Theory Practice

This course explores major approaches to cross-cultural and transnational study of literature. The course includes critical examination of the theories of the major approaches and analysis of their outcomes in research practices. Examples of their research practices are primarily drawn from the history of Western literature, modern Chinese literature, overseas Chinese literature, and classical Chinese literature. Year 3 or Year 4 students of Chinese major who took the course HC3001 (major core), Or HC0201 (GER core) and are interested in comparative studies of literature may take this course. Students will have a broad horizon and solid foundation to conduct literary studies in other classes and prepare themselves well for future career.