CLRS GU4037

This course has taught me a variety of valuable pieces of knowledge in regards to Russian Jewish emigre literature. As someone who comes from a Russian Jewish background whose parents immigrated to America from the Soviet Union, this class offered me perspectives of those who came from different waves of immigration along with their individual stories. In terms of skills, I learned how to do deep analysis on different aspects within our readings as well as how to efficiently engage with the information given to me with relation to the class.

Literature was a class that I genuinely feared to take in Columbia, but this class ended up being my favorite one this semester. It is a once a week seminar style class that I would could last longer. Not only is the class itself wonderful, so is the professor. I will take any course that she teaches. Enough said, you should take it.

i learned a lot about soviet and post-soviet history, and got to read a lot of great books!

I learned so much about the experiences of Soviet era emigres and their influences on Russian national literature. I also developed my literary analysis and research skills and feel like I have vastly improved as both a reader and write because of it.

I learned about Russian and Russian-speaking immigrant in the US, in particular the relationship between their art and the immigrant experience.

Learned about Russian and Jewish immigrant writers and poets, their impact on literature, and the genre that was well-received by American audiences. Through this, I gained insights into discovering symbolic meanings in literature and honed my critical thinking skills.

I really liked the books that were suggested. I feel like studying Russian as a Language or the literature is pigeon-holed in like 6 to 10 authors, and it can turn into such a DRAG studying Russian literature; however, this course was a breath of fresh air in the dismal, redundant landscape of Russian Literature. I developed a much deeper appreciation for such a different kind of writer than many Russian culture purists ever consider to exist, and it was so rewarding.

This class introduced me to new Russian-Soviet writers. It also renewed my interest in the Soviet-Jewish experience.

Wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone with an interest in literature. Having graduate students in the classroom may initially seem intimidating, as the course is open to both grads and undergrads, the content is so engaging that you'll find yourself immersed in discussions before you know it.

highly recommend, but have a plan for acquiring all of the books. I recommend getting comfortable with Kindle...