Brazilian Culture

This course will introduce major topics in Brazilian literature and culture since the country's independence in 1822. A selection of texts/films will be studied in the context of historical and political events. Particular attention will be paid to the following themes: nation-building, post-colonialism and race; regionalism; gender and sexuality; post-modernism, revolution and ideology. These topics will allow the student to think and write comparatively, and to combine detailed textual analysis with theoretical debate and a consideration of historical and cultural factors. Background information and relevant aspects of critical theory will be examined during seminars. Classes will be a mixture of lecture, seminar and student-led discussion in both Portuguese and English.

Credit level: 10 Year taken: Year 4 Undergraduate SCQF credits: 20

Not being delivered in 2025/26.