Fables and Fairy Tales in Germany

[0.50] credits · Undergraduate

The course explores the role of fables and fairy tales in German literature and culture. Topics may include didactic uses of these genres, particularly in the education of children and the shaping of gender roles, fairy tales and fables as a tool for political commentary. Authors may include Brothers Grimm, ETA Hoffmann, Kafka. The course complements HUMN*3020 but focusses on language practice and materials in German only. This course is offered in parallel with HUMN*3020 .