GER 406 - Age of Goethe

In depth study of representative selections of Goethe’s work. Poetry, fictional, scientific narrative texts analyzed in socio-historic contexts and for impact on German and world literature, art and music. Includes texts from other significant male and female writers of the period. Special attention is given to changing literary images of women and power relationships. Issues of gender and canonization will be discussed.

Satisfies the General Education Western Cultural Tradition Requirement.

Prerequisites & Notes
GER 306 or permission.

Credits: 3