Explorations in Russian Literature Course: Life and Fate Icons of the Twentieth Century to the Present February 12, 2013

More than any other country, Russia's sense of identity is embodied in its literature not only its great poems and novels, but also in its spiritual beliefs and philosophical ideas/philosophy of life. Russian Literature throughout the twentieth centrury to the present is a multi-faceted phenomenon steeped in contradictions and beauty. It is a rich and captivating testimony to the cultural heritage of Russia which continues to inspire writers everywhere. From Akhmatova, Bulgakov and Pasternak, to Solzhenitsyn and Makine, it is this unique heritage that enabled Russian writers to survive in the face of their own fearful history. Through seminars, discussions, extracts from films and documentaries, this course will examine closely the phenomenon of Russian literature and the remarkable lives of those who have shaped it. Details of this event may be subject to change. Please visit http://cce.sydney.edu.au/course/erl2 for more information or to register.

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