Literatures of the War of 1898: Spain, Cuba, the Philippines, Puerto Rico and the United States

1898 marked a major shift in the imperial control of the Atlantic and Pacific. This course will address texts from primarily Spain, Cuba, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico, the United States, and other regions. Focus on literature and theory regarding empire, Hispanidad, Latinidad, the Caribe, gender, and race. Taught in English with option to do all written work and some readings in Spanish.