Spring 2022
JEWISH 120A 001 - LEC 001
Special Topics in Jewish Languages and Literature
Hebrew Literature in Translation: Gender and Sexuality in Modern Hebrew Literature
Oren Yirmiya
Class #:30076
Units: 4
Instruction Mode:
In-Person Instruction
Offered through
Jewish Studies Program
Current Enrollment
Total Open Seats:
11
Enrolled: 4
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 15
Waitlist Max: 5
No Reserved Seats
Hours & Workload
3 hours of instructor presentation of course materials per week, and 6 to 9 hours of outside work hours per week.
Final Exam
FRI, MAY 13TH
11:30 am - 02:30 pm
Other classes by Oren Yirmiya
Course Catalog Description
Study of selected Jewish languages including Hebrew and Yiddish, and Jewish literature including prose, poetry, and drama, from various periods and geographic areas, in the context of time and place. Selections may vary from semester to semester depending on the interests and expertise of the instructor.
Class Description
Instructor: Oren Yirmiya
An introduction to Hebrew prose and poetry of the last 200 years through the lenses of gender, sexuality and queer theory.
Class Notes
Instructor: Oren Yirmiya
No prior knowledge needed; all discussion and readings in English.
No prior knowledge needed; all discussion and readings in English.
Rules & Requirements
Repeat Rules
Requirements class fulfills
Meets Arts & Literature, L&S Breadth
Reserved Seats
Current Enrollment
No Reserved Seats
Textbooks & Materials
See class syllabus or https://calstudentstore.berkeley.edu/textbooks for the most current information.
Guide to Open, Free, & Affordable Course Materials
Associated Sections
None