The reading journey
A close reading of Near to the Wild Heart. We follow each chapter of the novel and bring it into conversation with selected critical essays.
01
A thread: the chapter “The Bath”
Joana steals a book and receives another from her teacher. From this image of the reader, we follow the movement of books and reading within the novel.
02
Voices in criticism
Antonio Candido, Roberto Schwarz, Hélène Cixous, Marília Librandi, Vilma Arêas, Flavia Trocoli and Judith Rosenbaum enter the reading in conversation with Clarice’s writing.
How we will read
- The novel in the context of its 1940s debut.
- Close attention to language, interiority and Joana’s experience.
- Books and the act of reading inside the fiction itself.
Format and access
The course has 20 recorded classes and 33h30 of video, arranged so you can proceed at your own pace. Online access lasts one year after enrolment through Hotmart. The classes are in Portuguese; we recommend having a copy of the novel from the start. The book is purchased separately.
Who is it for?
Readers who would like to explore Clarice Lispector and follow an accompanied reading of Near to the Wild Heart.
Who leads the course
Reader, teacher and researcher. MA and PhD in Literary Theory, with postdoctoral research.
Before you begin
Is this a recorded course?
Yes. Near to the Wild Heart is a recorded course by Patrick Gert Bange.
What language are the classes in?
The classes are in Portuguese.
How can I ask about enrolment?
Use the enrolment button on this page. Payment and access are through Hotmart.