The Global Novel is a podcast that surveys the narratology of world literature and history of transl
The Allegory of the Cave, or Plato's Cave, is an allegory presented by the Greek philosopher Pl
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In this episode of The Global Novel podcast, Dr. David Kunzle (UCLA) will uncover the unknown histor
The Tale of Genji (or Genji Monogatari) is a classic work of Japanese literature written in the earl
What is world literature? How do we define its scope and nature? This episode will share a critical
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Narcissus was a hunter from Thespiae in Boeotia who was known for his beauty. According to Tzetzes,
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What's the difference between oral and written form of story-telling? How do Homer's poeti
