ITAL 414 D - Petrarch & Boccaccio

Description:

Studies in Petrarch and Boccaccio; nonmajors in Italian may read the works in translation; lectures are in English. Course Information: Same as CWL 414 and MDVL 414. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of campus rhetoric requirement.

Special Instructions:

ITAL 414: Boccaccio's Decameron This course explores Boccaccio's collection of tales, called Decameron, following the adventures of star-crossed lovers and inveterate sinners, ambitious merchants and licentious priests, cunning wives and clueless travelers. Through the Decameron, we will understand a crucial moment of world history, the European Middle Ages and, within it, the Mediterranean culture of circulation and contacts. Readings and discussions in English (with dedicated readings and discussions in Italian for graduate students, majors and anyone interested). Same as CWL 414 and MDVL 414. 3 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Prerequisite: Fulfillment of campus rhetoric requirement.

Option 1

Number of Required Visit(s): 0

Course Level: Graduate

Credit: 3

Term(s): Fall