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Thinking Across World Literatures and Theory

Explore the depth and breadth of world literature at UC Berkeley's Department of Comparative Literature, where rigorous, multilingual study meets innovative theory. Our faculty’s expertise spans diverse literary traditions, fostering a unique blend of historical insight and critical analysis in literature, film, and media.

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