Focus 203 - Focus on German Nationalism 1789-1914: The Formation of German National Identity

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Washington University in St Louis

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Description:

Exploration of cultural expressions and depictions of nationalism in Germany 1789-1914 with emphasis on literary forms-poetry, prose, drama-but including other symbolic modes of expression, against the background of social and political change and in particular against the background of Franco-German relations. Course includes investigation of the use of gender to construe the nation; founding myths; the roles of men, women, and the family in the nation; the importance of language and other ethnic markers; the creation and function of heroes; versions of the past; cultural stereotyping of the German vs. the French, as well as contemporary critiques of nationalism. Course should be enrolled as 3 units, or 4 units with trip.

Credits:

1.00 - 4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wustl.edu

Phone Number:

(314) 935-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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