Same as European Studies 347 (Topic 52) and Italian Civilization 337. Study of representative texts in visual arts, film, literature, and opera, from the Renaissance to the present, in their historical context. Three lecture hours a week for one semester. Only one of the following may be counted: Core Texts and Ideas 344M, 375 (Topic: Italy Masters: Lit/Film/Art), European Studies 347 (Topic: Italy Masters: Lit/Film/Art), 347 (Topic 52), Italian Civilization 337, 349 (Topic: Italy Masters: Lit/Film/Art). Prerequisite: Upper-division standing.