Linguistic, Literary and Translation Studies

Detailed Program The course is divided into two modules. The first module, taught by Prof. Tedeschi, will address the general theme of the reception of Hispano-American literature in Italy, diachronically, from the mid-20th century to 2000. It will analyze the reception of central figures (Neruda, Borges, García Márquez, among others) as well as specific trends, debates, and moments (the so-called "Boom," the cultural consequences of the Cuban Revolution in the Continent and in Italy), etc. We will discuss the main figures of Italian Hispano-Americanists and the major literary projects related to anthologies and publications that have shaped the reception of Hispano-American literature in our country. Finally, the topic of translations and re-translations will be addressed. The first module will be structured around the following topics: Reception of Hispano-American literature in Italy: 1955-1968 Reception of Hispano-American literature in Italy: 1968-1975 Reception of Hispano-American literature in Italy: 1975-1982 Reception of Hispano-American literature in Italy: 1982-2000 Re-translations of Hispano-American literature in Italy Archives of translations of Hispano-American literary works in Italy The second module, led by Prof. Elena Ritondale and as part of the LINCS project, will be dedicated to the production and distribution of works by Hispano-American authors in Italy from the 1980s to the present. It will revisit themes such as reception and translation, following a theoretical introduction on the concepts of cultural field, literary field, and polysystem. It will then focus on a general description of the works produced by Hispano-American authors in Italy and their characteristics, including linguistic aspects. The last part of the course, made possible by the active contribution of students in a Project-Based Learning format, will aim to create a preliminary map of publishing, informational, and artistic organizations, as well as independent collectives, festivals, blogs, and other initiatives collectively run by authors of Hispano-American origin in Italy. The following topics will be covered in detail: A theoretical orientation: literary field and polysystem Hispano-American literatures produced outside the continent: historical and theoretical overview Latin America from Italy: from the Generazione del '50 to the present day The first archives that brought to light Hispano-American production from Italy Literary competitions dedicated to production and translation The protagonists of the present: an overview of the main authorial figures From mother tongue to daughter tongue: figures who write in Spanish, Italian, or both languages Project-Based Learning: collective research and mapping of the main organizations in Italy Seminars led by experts on the topic and a comparison with the literary field in Spain

Knowledge of Spanish Knowledge of Italian

For the course bibliography and the indication of mandatory and optional readings, see: https://elearning.uniroma1.it/course/view.php?id=20456

Attendance is not mandatory but is highly recommended. Both modules include student-led activities, which are part of the final assessment. For non-attending students, supplementary readings and a specific final assessment method are provided.

Attending Students: Assessment for both modules will be based on the completion and in-class presentation of a research project assigned by the instructor on the topics of the course. Therefore, a final exam is not required for attending students who have completed all mandatory activities during the year. Non-Attending Students: A final written exam covering the content of both modules.

Frontal lectures In the second module, as part of the LINCS project, research, presentation, and discussion activities will be conducted by students. The presence of external experts on the subject, who will participate in a seminar format, is also planned. In both the first and second modules, the course includes both frontal lectures and research, presentation, and discussion activities led by students.