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One year into the centenary of 1914-1918, it seems appropriate to reassess some of the poetry and prose that has been produced in connection with the First World War. We will
touch upon the historical and cultural context of the years before, during and after the war, discuss features of war literature and read some of canonic writers. Together we will explore very diverse perspectives on warfare at the beginning of the twentieth century, such as the 'trench experience', shell-shock, life in the army, the homefront, and the fate of conscientious objectors and pacifists.
The last few sessions will be dedicated to the aftermath and legacy of the so-called 'Great War' and enable us to think about the potential of literature to approach and understand the conditions and consequences of Modern warfare. We might also be able to ask ourselves why and whether commemoration is relevant, 'lest we forget'.
A reader with texts for the seminar and an extensive bibliography and filmography will be available at the copy-shop in Georgenstrasse at the beginning of the semester. |
