Great Works and Authors of World Literature
Course Description
This free course will introduce you to the concept of womanism which is a social theory based on the history and everyday experiences of women of colour, especially black women. You will also learn the role literature plays in bridging the gap between protest and democracy and their intrinsic link.
Next, you will study the way in which literature has always been a powerful medium to impact on society. You will learn the nature of power through Kafka's critique of the protagonists in the play and their relationship with power. In addition to this, you will study how The Metamorphosis contributes to Kafka’s place in world literary canon and the political connotations of it.
This course will help you gain knowledge about authors who set the tone with their literary works. You will learn to appreciate the significance and importance of these authors and their contribution to the world.
What you'll learn in this course?
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Literature
Course Curriculum
NPTEL
India
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