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GERM 355 Nietzsche and Wagner (3 credits)

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Offered by: Languages,Literatures,Cultures (Faculty of Arts)

Overview

German (Arts) : This course examines the relationship between the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche and the composer Richard Wagner. It explores their intellectual kinship, their view of art, music, and philosophy in the context of Nietzsche's critique of modernity and decadence and analyzes the Third Reich's and Hollywood's appropriation of Nietzsche and Wagner.

Terms: Winter 2012

Instructors: Bauer, Karin (Winter)

  • Winter

  • Given in English

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