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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