GERM355

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GERM355

Seminar in the Modern German Lyric GERM355 FA

Crosslistings: COL 323

Next Offered in 9899 FA

Close readings of works by masters of 20th-century poetry, including Hugo von Hofmannsthal, Christian Morgenstern, Rainer Maria Rilke, Stefan George, Georg Trakl, Gottfried Benn, Bertolt Brecht. Toward the end of the semester we shall direct our attention to works by two or three outstanding post-World War II poets. Part of the work of this semester may consist of translating a selection of poems.

MAJOR READINGS

There will be approximately ten paperback
texts purchased through a book importer and sold directly
to students.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Oral presentations on the authors and assigned readings. About three short interpretive papers and one major term paper. A few brief quizzes during the course of the semester. No final examination. (Some translation of selected works; see above).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Regular participation in class discussion required.

COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UG Credit: 1.00 Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA GERM

Prerequisites: GERM214 or WUPG251 and WUPG252 or GERM216 or GERM217

Last Updated on MAR-10-1997

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