Russian Literature Course
This course immerses you in the works of Tolstoy and Dostoevsky, key figures in 19th-century Russian literature. You'll study their novels in English translation, gaining expertise in close reading, translation comparisons, historical context, comparative analysis, and seminar design. These skills prepare you for teaching, lectures, and professional writing on Russian classics, offering practical tools for engaging with profound literary traditions.

4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
Dive into 19th-century Russian literature by studying Tolstoy and Dostoevsky in depth. This course examines historical backgrounds, realism, storytelling methods, and major philosophical and religious themes. Develop skills in close reading, comparing translations, designing seminars, and conducting comparative analysis to create compelling work with classic Russian novels.
Elevify advantages
Develop skills
- Master close reading to precisely analyze Dostoevsky and Tolstoy.
- Gain confidence comparing English translations of Russian novels.
- Connect 19th-century Russian history, faith, and fiction effectively.
- Develop skills for evidence-based essays on Russian classics.
- Design engaging 90-minute seminars on Russian literature.
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