ITAL 20123 Italian Culture from Unification to the Present
By taking a detailed look at the social and historical backdrop to major moments and events in the modern history of Italy, this course will examine Italian culture through a historical filter, from the period of Unification to today. We will look at historical and cultural readings; literature; films; newspaper articles; high and low art; and political manifestos; as well as secondary readings that interpret and/or criticize these primary texts. The course seeks to enhance students' reading, analytical, and writing skills. The language of instruction is English and all readings will be in English. Films are in Italian with English subtitles.