GER 250 Berlin in Literature and Film
For the last 150 years, the city of Berlin has been the political and cultural center of Germany and Europe. The course explores the turbulent history of the city through its architecture, literature, films, and the creative arts. Discussions will focus on Berlin as the capital city (Prussian monarchy, Weimar Republic, Third Reich, and contemporary Germany); the divided and reunited city; Berlin as a meeting point for diverse religions, ethnicities, and ideologies; and the city's multicultural history. An optional one-week trip to Berlin during spring break 2018 will be available for interested students. The course will be taught in English; counts as a literature, humanities, and European Studies elective.
Cross Listed Courses
GER 250 &
HSLS 350