ONLINE: Taught entirely in French, this course invites students on a literary journey through Marcel Pagnol’s vivid childhood memories in early 20th-century Provence. Centered on "Le Château de ma mère," Pagnol’s autobiographical novel, the course explores themes of family, friendship, coming of age and social class. The natural beauty of Provence serves as both setting and symbol, offering escape from everyday life. Through reading, discussion and selected film clips from the acclaimed movie adaptation of the book, students will deepen their understanding of the Third Republic era and its cultural tensions. This course offers a rich immersion in language, literature and French society of the time. | Facilitated discussion.
Max enrollment: 12.
Class sessions are recorded.
