GERMAN 376 - German Romanticism

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Reed College

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Full course for one semester. This course is designed to acquaint students with the theory and seminal texts of German Romanticism. Beginning with the emergence of the movement from the context of German Idealism, we will explore the revolutionary premises and program of early Romanticism in works by Schiller, Friedrich and August Wilhelm Schlegel, Novalis, and Tieck. Through concepts such as transcendental universal poetry and irony we will examine the modernity of the Romantics. Our readings include works by the Heidelberger Romantics, such as Eichendorff, and by prominent women authors of Romanticism, including Caroline Schlegel-Schelling, Bettina Brentano, and Caroline Günderrode. We will read selections from lyric poetry across the Romantic movement. Works by E.T.A. Hoffmann and Heine will lead us to the apex and dissolution of Romanticism. The course concludes with an overview of philosophical and political developments in mid-19th century, such as the rise of nationalism and liberalism, Junges Deutschland and the revolution of 1848. Readings are in German, discussion and papers are in German and English. Prerequisite: German 311 or consent of the instructor. Not offered 2009-10.

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.reed.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 771-1112

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

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Semester

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