Students study major authors of the "long" 17th century in historical and cultural contexts: Corneille, Cyrano, Descartes, Pascal, Mme de Lafayette, Molière, Racine, Mme de Sévigné, the moralistes, among others. Focus is on complex historical contexts of the period: baby kings, the Fronde, religious conflict, the court and wars of Louis XIV.
Prerequisite: FREN 270 with C or better, and instructor's consent.
Outcomes: Students will be able to demonstrate critical knowledge of major literary works studied, and appreciate the major issues and their cultural significance; ACTFL* achievement level desired: Intermediate Mid to Advanced Low.
Prerequisite: FREN 270 with C or better, and instructor's consent.
Outcomes: Students will be able to demonstrate critical knowledge of major literary works studied, and appreciate the major issues and their cultural significance; ACTFL* achievement level desired: Intermediate Mid to Advanced Low.