My experience with diverse literature was very pleasant this semester. Over the semester I believe my thinking about diverse literature and diverse cultures has changed. The most noticeable way I have noticed change is in the use of terms when discussing diverse literature. I now realize that there are some terms which may not mean to be offensive but may still offend a person from a certain culture. The terms a writer decides to use in their book often tells a lot about how they identify with that culture.
The most interesting thing discussed this semester in my opinion, was the insider outsider debate. I think that is still one issue that I have not completely resolved. Whether or not a person from outside a culture can write a good book about that culture is a tough issue. Although that person doesn't have the full experience of being in that culture, I think we limit artistic ability when we only allow people to write about their own experiences. Overall, after this semester I believe I have a better understanding of diverse literature and how it works within our culture. I really enjoyed the course and I recommend it to everyone.
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