#  ROMANCE STUDIES 97 - Sophomore Tutorial: Poetics, Practice, and Politics in Romance Societies 

 





 Semester:   Spring 

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 Year offered:  2026 

 

 

 

This course introduces students to a range of analytical and theoretical approaches to “reading” fiction, poetry, film, and essays. We will pair critical writings and creative texts of importance to the Romance world to help students develop their own voice and analytical stance. Prepares students for advanced work in literary and cultural studies in Romance Languages and Literatures and related fields.

Successful completion of one term of Romance Studies 97 (or equivalent) is required of all concentrators in their sophomore year.



 

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##  Instructor 

 



  [### Kathy Richman

 ](/people/kathy-richman) <richman@fas.harvard.edu>Lecturer in Romance Languages and Literatures (French)

Director of Undergraduate Studies

Romance Studies Undergraduate Advisor

 

 

 

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 See also:- [ 70-100 ](/class-categories/70-100)
- [ Kathy Richman ](/instructor/kathy-richman)
- [ Romance Studies ](/language/romance-studies)
- [ Spring 2026 ](/class/term/spring-2026)