Teoría Literaria para todos

Explore the fascinating world of literary theory! This course offers engaging talks for individuals of all ages and professional backgrounds interested in understanding literature on a deeper level.

We'll delve into how we all actively decode and reinterpret literary works for various purposes. From a spark of inspiration to a finished piece – whether it's poetry, essays, novels, or biographies – literary theory provides the tools to analyze and understand the creative process.

You'll engage with literary materials, including study notes, and gain access to valuable downloadable resources like PDFs of books and excerpts.

Our curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Literary analysis: Learn to dissect and interpret texts effectively.
• Reception of Hispanic American texts: Explore how literature is received and interpreted in the Hispanic world.
• World literature: Discover diverse literary traditions from around the globe.
• Literary criticism and debates: Analyze critical perspectives and the ongoing discussions surrounding literature.
• Paratext: Understand the significance of elements surrounding the main text.
• Literary movements (ismos): Examine how authors have navigated and contributed to various literary movements.
• The evolving themes of literature: See how literature reflects and responds to societal changes and increasing democracy.
• Dialectic of discourse: Explore the dynamic interplay between dominant and emerging narratives in literature.
• Symbolism and authorial intent: Uncover the meaning behind symbols and their connection to the author's vision.
• The role of contemporaries: Analyze how authors interact with and influence each other.
• The pursuit of originality: Investigate the concept of originality in literary creation.

We'll explore how different historical periods intertwine, recognizing the continuous influence of art on both fiction and non-fiction.

Literary theory provides a powerful toolkit – methods of text production, exegesis, discussion, and comparison – that has endured throughout history. It's fundamental to the literary field, integrated into all courses, seminars, and literary discourse. Ultimately, it serves as the meta-language of the humanities, providing a framework for understanding and engaging with literature.