The strong worldwide impact of globalization of the last few decades has introduced new economic and cultural challenges in Italy. The aim of this unit is to analyse and understand how the late-twentieth century process of transformation in Italian society has been reflected in the literary production. Students will read and study a number of texts, both fiction and non-fiction, dealing with aspects of contemporary Italian life and society. Students will have the opportunity to learn more about Italy today, and about the way in which Italian writers use their craft to respond to important social issues. In particular, this subject intends to highlight the main traits of a 'new'... -- Course Website
Instructor: Prof Rita Wilson
Prerequisites: Students must have achieved a level equivalent to Italian B2 + Italian Studies (Independent User). See http://artsonline.monash.edu.au/language-framework/italian-b2/
