Literature & the Arts of the Islamic World
Course #: ASIAN 335L, Class #: 6931, Section #: 01
Description
This course examines the development of literature and the arts of the Islamic world from the early Islamic period to the modern day, focusing upon the specific ways in which religion interacted with the cultures of Islamic lands to inform these developments. The course will draw upon visual, performing, and literary traditions from across the Islamic world, from Andalusia to Mughal India, and from Indonesia to the Caribbean. Through the semester, students will be exposed to a diversity of geographical, religious, devotional, sectarian, and gender perspectives. This is a hands-on, interactive course designed with the support of the Mellon Foundation.
Prerequisites
a minimum of 15 credits
Course Details
Date / Time
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
TuTh 8a.m. – 9:15a.m.
Location
REMOTE
Credits
3
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Dates
1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026
Location
REMOTE
General Ed Requirements
World Cultures
Enrolled / Capacity
22 / 20
Status
Closed