担当教員：エリス 俊子
講義題目：Reading Japanese Novels: The Dilemma of the Modern and Beyond
This course is designed to give students an opportunity to acquaint themselves with a range of Japanese novels written between the late 19th century and the present. We will place a particular focus on how the Japanese writers struggled to come to terms with the idea of the modern and explore the nature of the dilemma these writers faced in their attempt to incorporate modernity. Starting with the pioneering writers of the Meiji period, we will move on to the writers of the later periods and will also deal with the new writings of the younger generation in contemporary Japan. Some of the works will be examined in detail, using different critical approaches to analyse their thematic construction, structural characteristics and stylistic features. Classes will consist of lectures, discussions and student presentations. Both students with and without the background in Japanese literature are welcome. All the works will be read in the English translation. Required readings will be made available from the AIKOM office.