Burcu Karahan Richardson
Burcu Karahan Richardson
Lecturer in Turkish Language and Literature
Contact:
Building 260, Room 232
Phone: 650 723 6608
bkarahan@stanford.edu
Office Hours:
by appointmentBIO:
Burcu Karahan's research focuses on the issues of translation, gender, narcissism, and Westernization in the case of 19th century Ottoman literature. Her teaching interests include Ottoman and modern Turkish literatures; translations in late 19th century Turkish Literature; contemporary Turkish Cinema; 18th and 19thcentury British and French Novels; decadence, and the novel.
EDUCATION:
- MA Department of Turkish Literature, Bilkent University.
- Ph.D. Department of Comparative Literature, Indiana University.
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Courses
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COMPLIT143A/342Win2012-13
An introduction to the theme of romantic love in Turkish literature, with particular attention to key classical and contemporary works that influenced the development of the Turkish literary tradition. Topics include close reading and discussion of folk tales, poems, short stories, and plays with particular attention to the characters of lover/beloved, the theme of romantic love, and the cultural and historical background of these elements. We will begin with essential examples of ghazels from Ottoman court poetry to explore the notion of "courtly love" and move to the most influential texts of 19th and 20th centuries. All readings and discussions will be in English; all student levels welcome.
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COMPLIT248CSpr2012-13
Refining advanced reading skills in modern Turkish through intensive reading and translation. Emphasis on Turkish cultural, historical, literary, and political texts depending on students' academic interests. Prior knowledge of Turkish and/or consultation with the instructor is necessary.
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COMPLIT144ASpr2012-13
The multiple layers of culture and history in Istanbul, a city on two continents between East and West, have inspired great art and literature. The class focuses on the idea of "inbetweenness" through art, literature, music, and popular culture seen chronologically. In addition to discussing literary, historical, and academic texts we will explore visual genres such as advertising, architecture, caricature, documentary, film, and miniature painting. Readings and discussion in English.
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COMPLIT248BWin2012-13
Continuation of language and reading development from Reading Turkish I. Open with consent of the instructor to undergraduates who have already taken Reading Turkish I.
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COMPLIT248AAut2012-13
This course is an introduction to the structures of Turkish language necessary for reading. It is designed to develop reading competence in Turkish for graduate students (undergraduates should consult the instructor). Essential grammar, syntax points, vocabulary, and reading skills will be emphasized. The goal is to enable you to read Turkish at an advanced level in a relatively short period of time. It is not a traditional language course that takes an integrated four-skill approach; it focuses only on reading, and as a result we will be able to cover advanced material in a short amount of time.
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COMPLIT245Aut2012-13
The course aims to familiarize students with Ottoman Turkish script and some of its grammatical features. It will help students develop basic reading skills necessary to conduct research.
Course is open to undergraduate and graduate students. Prior knowledge of modern Turkish is required (Completion of COMPLIT 248A/B/C Reading Turkish or AMERLANG 184 & 185 First & Second Year Turkish or a solid knowledge of Turkish grammar)
For more information contact Burcu Karahan
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COMPLIT245Aut2012-13
Course is open to undergraduate and graduate students. Aims to familiarize students with Ottoman Turkish script and develop competence in reading Ottoman Turkish texts in print. Selected readings will range from poetry to prose, from newspaper and journal articles to reference works.
