Approaches to Teaching Puig's Kiss of the Spider Woman |
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| Editor:
| Balderston, Daniel
Masiello, Francine |
| Series title: | Approaches to Teaching World Literature Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-87352-817-7 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2007 |
| Publisher: | Modern Language Association of America
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $53.00 |
Book Description:
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In part 1, "Materials," the editors discuss versions and translations of the novel, provide readings and resources, give an overview of the historical and political background of 1970s Argentina, and outline the author's biography. The thirteen essays in part 2, "Approaches," written by distinguished scholars of Latin American literature, offer close textual analysis, examine the author's use of cinematic references, and present suggestions for teaching Héctor Babenco's film adaptation...
More DescriptionIn part 1, "Materials," the editors discuss versions and translations of the novel, provide readings and resources, give an overview of the historical and political background of 1970s Argentina, and outline the author's biography. The thirteen essays in part 2, "Approaches," written by distinguished scholars of Latin American literature, offer close textual analysis, examine the author's use of cinematic references, and present suggestions for teaching Héctor Babenco's film adaptation alongside the written text.