AP/CH 4870 6.00

Chinese Martial Arts Culture

This course explores how Chinese martial arts are defined as a distinct cultural form through literature and film.
Students are presented with the historical background of martial arts as a cultural practice and a genre and then, using
different theoretical approaches, analyze some major issues involved in their representation. All texts are available in
English. No Chinese language required. Students who are proficient in Mandarin, are allowed to submit their written assignments in Chinese.