Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2024-2025
ASIA 306 - CLASSIC CHINESE NOVELS
Long Title: CLASSIC CHINESE NOVELS
Department: Asian Studies
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Description: This subject introduces students to the five most influential traditional Chinese novels, Romance of the Three Kingdoms, Outlaws of the Marsh, Journey to the West, Plum in the Golden Vase, and Story of the Stone. We will read key sections of each in English translation while considering their historical origins, contexts, and transnational cultural impact. Some such manifestations include tattoo, woodblock prints, graphic novels, movies, and video games.