Traditional Japanese Literature in Translation

This course covers a wide variety of traditional Japanese literature. The reading materials include historical writing (Kojiki), waka poetry (Manyoshu), haikai [haiku] poetry (Oku no hosomichi), diaries (Tosa Nikki etc.), essays (Pillow Book, Tsurezuregusa), narrative prose (Genji Monogatari, Taketori Monogatari) etc. Also included are traditional theatrical arts (Noh, Kyogen, Bunraku and Kabuki). The class also includes discussion of writing styles, and literary significance of these works.

Credits

3 credits

Course Code

JA 256