INS3110

Introduction to regional and classical literatures of Indonesia

(ART)

Stuart Robson

8 points + 3 hours per week + Second semester + Clayton

Synopsis: Orality and literacy. Functionality and literary history. Poetry and prose of Java and Sumatra. Historical, religious and didactic texts. A survey of the literatures of selected regions, including Minangkabau and Gorontalo.

Assessment: Written (3500 words): 60% + Seminar participation: 40%