Students explore Equatorial Guinea's literature in the context of its colonial relationship to Spain and its postcolonial position in Africa. Students study the history of Equatorial Guinea, located on the central west African coast, as well as the impact of its wealth of petroleum on development since independence from Spain in 1968.The writers and artists of Equatorial Guinea, residing either in Africa, Spain, or Latin America, create and challenge the definitions of Guineidad as they advocate for justice and a return to a homeland whether literal or metaphorical. Spanish majors/minors will complete some readings in Spanish and complete written work in Spanish. Class is conducted in English. Readings are all available in English.
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