ITAL 175 - The Italian Renaissance in English Translation

1 unit(s)

In this course we analyze the development of the concept of individuality and its representation from the early Humanists (XIV century) to the end of the Renaissance (XVI century). Cultural, philosophical, aesthetic, and gender issues are investigated through the reading of literary and theatrical masterpieces. We read excerpts from Petrarch (Canzoniere and Letters), Boccaccio (Decameron), poems and letters by women Humanists (Isotta Nogarola, Cassandra Fedele, Laura Cereta), Machiavelli (The Prince and La Mandragola), Castiglione (The Book of the Courtier), Gaspara Stampa and Veronica Franco (Poems). In order to foster the student’s self-awareness and creativity, experiential practices, and a creative project, based on the course content, are included. May not be counted towards the Italian major. Satisfies college requirement for a Freshman Writing Seminar. Mr. Giusti.

Two 75-minute periods.

Not offered in 2013/14.