PAAS 355

Modern Chinese Literature and Society 1900-1949 in English

Units: 1.5, Hours: 3-0

A historical overview, followed by a study of selected works of fiction, poetry, drama, memoir, film, and popular song from late Qing and Republican (1911-1949) China, a time of political turmoil and intellectual and cultural innovation. Supplementary readings in social and political history and literary criticism. Chinese versions of primary texts and secondary texts where applicable, may be available.

Note: Credit will be granted for only one of 355, CHIN 305.

Formerly: CHIN 305

Prerequisites: Second-year standing or permission of the department.

Undergraduate course offered by the Department of Pacific and Asian Studies in the Faculty of Humanities.