Covers Friedrich Nietzsche's life and writings, emphasizing the historical and cultural setting. Usually offered every third year. Last offered in the spring of 1998. Signature of the instructor required. We survey ancient and modern works of literature that explore the meaning of life from the standpoint of death.
Special emphasis falls on death in German philosophy and literature.
Open to all students. Conducted in English with readings in English translation. Focusing on Berlin in the heady twenties and troubled thirties, we explore German literature and film, theater and cabaret, and art and architecture, which initially flourished in excessive freedom and then reacted to intense political pressure and repression. Usually offered every third year. Last offered in the spring of 1996.