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Comparative literature

Course Description: The origins of comparative literature in the West and the Arab world. The French and American schools: critique and comparison. Comparative literature: areas of research and methodologies. Qualifications for research in comparative literature.
Credits: 2
Objectives of the course :
  • Connecting the student to their literary and civilizational heritage and deepening their knowledge of other literatures.
  •  Developing students' abilities to recognize the history of their nation and to understand the influence and impact between literatures.
  •  Enable exposure to literary genres in world literature.
  • Deepen students' appreciation and pride in the Arabic language and literature, and foster an understanding of its heritage and influence on other literatures.
  • Reinforce adherence to the noble values and ideals inherent in the history of world literature, and consequently, reject negative values.
  • Refine students' creative talents by highlighting influence and being influenced in literary genres.
Course outputs :

knowledge:
– The student recalls the literary and civilizational history of their nation and the history of other nations. .
* The student will identify the most important old and modern theories of comparative literature. .
– To introduce the student to the prominent figures and symbols of comparative literature.
– The student summarizes the idea of Orientalism and the dialogue of civilizations concisely.
Cognitive skills:
For the student to explain the relationship between history and comparative literature, and the impact of the necessity of linking the two.
- The student can distinguish between ancient and modern literary and critical schools that serve the issues of comparative literature. .
- To connect comparative intellectual issues and improve appreciation of them.
- To be proficient in judging comparative intellectual issues through good comprehension and appreciation.
Interpersonal skills and taking responsibility:
For the student to be able to establish healthy personal relationships through good expression, polite conversation, and presentation style. .
To be skilled at using literary comparisons in dealing with others and accepting criticism. .
To take responsibility for delivering the speech and leading the team. .

Additional information:

Required textbooks
1- Comparative Literature by Mohamed Gonaimi Helal. 2- An Introduction to Comparative Theory by Ezz El-Din Al-Manasra.

Support
1- Comparative Literature: Origins and Methods, by Al-Taher Ahmed Makki. 2- Studies in Comparative Literature, by Attia Amer. 3- Schools of Comparative Literature, by Saeed Allouch. 4- Pioneers of Comparison, by Essam Bahi. 5- Islamic Influences in Russian Literature, by Makarem Al-Omari.

  • Last updated: 2026-05-13

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