Description
Objectives of Persian Literature Courses
- Introduce classical and modern Persian literature.
- Enhance reading comprehension of literary texts.
- Expand vocabulary and literary expressions.
- Gain a deeper understanding of Iranian culture and thought.
- Strengthen analytical and critical reading skills.
Levels of Persian Literature Courses
- Introduction to simple contemporary short stories.
- Study short, simple poems from famous poets (e.g., Forough Farrokhzad, Nima Youshij).
- Understanding basic metaphors and literary expressions.
- Reading practice and summarization of stories.
- Study excerpts from classical works like Golestan and Boostan by Saadi.
- Read short stories from Sadegh Hedayat, Jalal Al-Ahmad, Simin Daneshvar.
- Explore different Persian prose styles (simple, artificial, technical, etc).
- Learn about Persian poetic forms (ghazal, rubaiyat, masnavi).
- Study and analyze poems by Rumi, Hafez, Saadi, and Ferdowsi.
- Examine the influence of Persian literature on Iranian culture and thought.
- Read and critique philosophical and mystical texts like those by Attar and Sohrevardi.
- Study contemporary Persian postmodern literature and writers such as Mahmoud Dowlatabadi and Houshang Golshiri.
Content of Persian Literature Courses
Persian Poetry: Study classical poets (Hafez, Rumi, Saadi, Ferdowsi) and modern poets (Nima Youshij, Ahmad Shamlou, Forough Farrokhzad).
Persian Prose: Explore short stories and novels by renowned writers.
Mystical Literature: Read works by Rumi, Attar, and Sohrevardi to understand mystical concepts.
Text Analysis: Learn literary analysis methods, identify styles, and study the impact of culture on literature.
Practical Exercises: Reading, summarizing, translating, and writing literary analyses.
Teaching Methods
- Reading and analyzing texts: Group or individual discussions of literary meanings.
- Discussions: Encouraging learners to share personal insights and analyses of literary texts.
- Memorizing and correct pronunciation of poetry: Focus on proper pronunciation and understanding the rhythm of Persian poetry.
- Comparing Persian literature with world literature: Study the mutual influence between Persian literature and other world literatures.
Who Can Enroll in These Courses?
- Persian language and literature students at international universities.
- Researchers and scholars focusing on Iranian culture and literature.
- Persian literature enthusiasts worldwide.
- Translators and writers interested in translating Persian texts into other languages.
These courses offer an excellent opportunity for learners who want to delve deeper into Persian, enhancing their linguistic skills while appreciating the beauty of Persian literature. Melale has designed several courses in this domain, including:
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Persian Literature |
Course Title |
| Mystical Literature: Introduction to Masnavi by Rumi | |
| Didactic Literature: Introduction to Golestan by Saadi | |
| Epic Literature: Introduction to Shahnameh by Ferdowsi | |
| Lyric Literature: Introduction to Divan of Hafez | |
| Children’s and Adolescent Literature | |
| Contemporary Literature |
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