This course will analyze the most representative novels written by women in Spain's recent past. Special attention will be paid to the ways in which the authors express in their own words their modern day problems, their gender anxieties, their role within society, and their social and political activism. Readings from works by Rodoreda, Montero, Martin Gaite, Tusquets, Roig, Puertolas and Moix. Conducted in Spanish. Requirements: two oral presentations, two short papers (6 pages) and a final exam. Course grade will be based on active participation. Prerequisite: Spanish 105 or higher.

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