GMST 020. Topics in German Studies I

Topic F’24: Introduction to German Studies: What makes a literary Canon?

This fifth semester class explores key moments in the literary history of Germany (and other German-speaking countries) by reading a series of canonical texts within their socio-cultural and historical context. The class emphasizes reading and writing skills and critical engagement with and questioning of the texts read in the class.
Prerequisite: GMST 008 or Placement Test Score of 550 and above. Taught in German.
Humanities.
1 credit.
Eligible for GLBL-Paired
Fall 2024. Werlen.
Fall 2025. Werlen.
Catalog chapter: Modern Languages and Literatures: German Studies
Department website: http://www.swarthmore.edu/german-studies

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