SPAN 332: Spanish Civilization (GS)

Course Description

Analysis of Spain in reference to how it has evolved geographically, socially, politically, and economically in the unique geo-political space that it occupies. Students will be exposed to cultural and historical markers that have shaped how Spaniards perceive themselves and how they are perceived in the community of nations. Some of the themes to be covered are the cultural impact of the Romans and Muslims, the rise and decline of Imperial Spain, the early 19th Century War of Independence against France, the loss of the last overseas colonies in 1898 and its effects, the Second Republic 1931-1936, the Civil War 1936-1939, Francoism, and the Democratic period after 1975. Prerequisites: SPANISH 300, 312 and 301 or instructor consent or SPANISH 310, 311 and 301 or instructor consent. Special course fees may apply.