Postcolonial Lit 1: African Literature

Introduces students to contemporary African Literature focusing on how African writers use literature to counter imperial legacies of invasion, settlement, and cultural destruction.  To develop their historical and cultural understanding of African peoples, students will apply postcolonial reading strategies to works of various genres, tackling issues such as race, gender, language, and nationalism.  Prerequisite:  ENGL 1406 (ENGL 1413/ENGL 1423) with a minimum grade of C-.