This course is a survey of Persian literature that has impacted Iranian politics, cultural discourse, and the collective Persian memory from the Middle Ages through the 19th century. Cadets gain a basic competence in the knowledge and comprehension of representative literary works and their relationship to the cultural context of Iranian society. Selected examples of various literary genres are read, discussed, and analyzed. At the same time, cadets continue to develop greater language proficiency. Video and film presentations supplement readings, where possible. Graded work may include giving oral presentations, writing short essays, or preparing a term paper. A majority of the work is done in Persian.
