Advanced German: German “Classics” From Goethe to Brecht

In the spring semester, we will study some of the most famous works of German literature from the 18th to the 20th centuries, including Goethe’s Die Leiden des Jungen Werther, Kleist’s Das Erdbeben von Chile, Tieck’s Der Blonde Eckbert, Eichendorff’s Das Marmorbild, Storm’s Der Schimmelreiter, Thomas Mann’s Der Kleine Herr Friedemann, and Brecht’s Die Dreigroschenoper. Students will also become familiar with the major developments in Germany history. This course consists of three equally important components: Students will have one seminar with Mr. Dollinger, who will discuss the class materials in German; one seminar with Ms. Mizelle, who will work with students collectively on various grammar and vocabulary issues; and one biweekly individual conference with Mr. Dollinger. Students must demonstrate advanced language skills during registration in order to be permitted into this class. This course is conducted entirely in German.