This course focuses on the analysis of representative examples of both poetry and prose from various periods of Turkish literature. Students will gain familiarity with different literary genres, themes, and traditions. Focusing on major works, the course will enhance students' understanding of the cultural context in which the literature was produced. It will also help students further enrich their vocabulary and improve their grasp of grammatical phenomena.
NML370Y1 or adequate knowledge of Turkish (Native speakers are allowed to take this course).
NML490H1 (Topics in Near and Middle Eastern Languages: Readings From Modern Turkish Literature and Media), offered in Fall 2021