Alterity and proximity of medieval literature 3304-1DZ1W-KL-005
During classes we will be analyzing the most important literary texts of the French Middle Ages wondering, whether they belong only to the history of literature or whether their lively receipt is also possible - and if yes, it on what principles. For that purpose it will be necessary to separate aspects deciding about the medieval specificity from the ones which are undergoing new interpretations. So, matters resulting from social and cultural specific conditions, concerning ways of creating, the storage and the reception of medieval literature will be discussed: mutual permeation orality and literacy, the role of the author, the scribe and the juggler. We will also examine some closely literary issues , so as different ways of expressing meanings and the space left for interpretation. Above all however we will be trying to emphasize the timeless dimension of texts, concerning such issues, as the place of the individual in the society, expression of emotion, body image, forming of the identity, family relations, spiritual search, attitude forwards death, meaning of the relation with the second person.
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Learning outcomes
After completing the seminar, the student:
- knows the principles of analysis and interpretation of medieval literary texts to an advanced degree (K_W09);
- knows at an advanced level selected facts, processes and phenomena in the field of medieval culture and history of the countries of the French-speaking cultural area (K_W10);
- knows how to plan and prepare oral presentations in French, referring to the basic theoretical approaches appropriate to literary studies in the field of medieval literature (K_U05);
- knows how to prepare a written work in French, referring to the basic theoretical approaches appropriate to literary studies in the field of medieval literature (K_U06)
- is ready to critically evaluate his own knowledge and skills (K_K01)
- is ready to take care of cultural heritage, especially in relation to French and francophone culture (K_K04).
Assessment criteria
Activity in the class
Tests
Essay
Oral examination
Bibliography
Chrétien de Troyes, Percewal albo opowieść o Graalu
Marie de France, Lais
Szaleństwo Tristana
Rutebeuf, Dits
François Villon, Testament
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