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ERIC Number: EJ449798
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1992
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-8274
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Golden Discoveries: Literature of the Americas.
Petersen, Judith E.
English Journal, v81 n5 p39-44 Sep 1992
Describes a U.S. literature course and a comparative literature course that focuses on Asian, African, Canadian, Caribbean, and Latin American literature. Asserts that students need to be aware of the European impact on the U.S. identity, even where it is unpleasant. Discusses the magical realism in the distinct artistic vision of Latin America. (PRA)
Descriptors: African Literature, Canadian Literature, Course Descriptions, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Influences, English Curriculum, High Schools, Latin American Literature, Multicultural Education, United States Literature
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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