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Academic Year 2000/2001

Love, Death, and Irony in the Works of Thomas Mann
GERM 265 SP
Crosslistings:
GELT 265

This course offers a close study of the major themes in the works of Thomas Mann (1875-1955) with emphasis on narrative style and structure. Among these themes are the nature and role of the artist, the fascination of death, the fate of Western civilization, the relationship between body and spirit, and the meaning of German history and culture. Attention will also be paid to the evolution of Mann's political attitudes and the homoerotic texts and subtexts.

MAJOR READINGS

Thomas Mann, THE BUDDENBROOKS
THE MAGIC MOUNTAIN
STORIES OF THREE DECADES
THE BLACK SWAN
Selections from letters and diaries and from the extensive secondary literature on Mann.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Oral reports (3), short papers (3, of 3-4 pages), final paper or creative project (8 pages minimum).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Regular attendance and participation in class discussion expected. It would be helpful to read the novels before the beginning of the course so that they can be re-read.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA GERM    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-26-2001

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