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World Literature Vocabulary (COM LIT 60A)

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World Literature (COM LIT 60A)

Vocabulary

Allegory: A narrative or story that has a deeper symbolic meaning beyond its literal interpretation. It often conveys moral, political, or social commentary. Allegories use characters, events, or settings to represent abstract concepts or ideas.

Bildungsroman: A genre of novel that focuses on the moral and psychological growth of the protagonist, usually from youth to adulthood. Bildungsroman novels often explore themes of self-discovery, identity formation, and the challenges and lessons of coming-of-age.

Colonialism: The policy or practice of a country extending its power and control over other territories, often involving the exploitation of resources and the imposition of cultural norms. Colonialism has had profound effects on societies, literature, and cultural identity, shaping the narratives and perspectives of both colonizers and the colonized.

Epiphany: A moment of sudden insight or realization experienced by a character, often leading to personal growth or change. Epiphanies are often depicted as transformative moments of clarity, understanding, or revelation that alter a character's worldview or perspective.

Existentialism: A philosophical movement that emphasizes individual existence, freedom, responsibility, and the search for meaning in an uncertain and often absurd world. Existentialist themes often explore questions of human existence, authenticity, and the individual's struggle to create meaning in the face of the inherent meaninglessness of life.

Feminism: A social and political movement advocating for gender equality and the rights and empowerment of women. Feminist literary analysis examines how gender roles, power dynamics, and societal expectations are portrayed and challenged in literature, shedding light on issues of patriarchy, oppression, and gender representation.

Magical Realism: A narrative style that combines realistic elements with fantastical or magical elements in a way that blurs the boundaries between reality and imagination. Magical realism often presents extraordinary events or characters as commonplace, seamlessly blending the magical with the ordinary.

Postcolonialism: An academic and theoretical approach that examines the social, cultural, and political effects of colonialism and imperialism, often focusing on the perspectives of formerly colonized peoples. Postcolonial literature explores themes of identity, hybridity, cultural clash, and the legacy of colonialism.

Vernacular literature reflects the unique cultural expressions and linguistic nuances of specific communities or regions.

Colonial Literature: Literature produced during the period of colonial rule, often reflecting the experiences, perspectives, and cultural clashes between colonizers and the colonized. Colonial literature examines the impact of colonization on indigenous cultures, identity, and resistance movements.

Hybridity: The blending or mixing of different cultural, linguistic, or social elements, often resulting in the creation of new identities, art forms, or literary styles. Hybridity reflects the interconnectedness and interplay of diverse cultures, challenging notions of fixed or static identities.

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World Literature Vocabulary (COM LIT 60A)

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World Literature (COM LIT 60A)
Vocabulary
Allegory: A narrative or story that has a deeper symbolic meaning beyond its
literal interpretation. It often conveys moral, political, or social commentary.
Allegories use characters, events, or settings to represent abstract concepts or
ideas.
Bildungsroman: A genre of novel that focuses on the moral and psychological
growth of the protagonist, usually from youth to adulthood. Bildungsroman
novels often explore themes of self-discovery, identity formation, and the
challenges and lessons of coming-of-age.
Colonialism: The policy or practice of a country extending its power and control
over other territories, often involving the exploitation of resources and the
imposition of cultural norms. Colonialism has had profound effects on
societies, literature, and cultural identity, shaping the narratives and
perspectives of both colonizers and the colonized.
Epiphany: A moment of sudden insight or realization experienced by a
character, often leading to personal growth or change. Epiphanies are often
depicted as transformative moments of clarity, understanding, or revelation that
alter a character's worldview or perspective.

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