Courses - Spring 2026
GERS
German Studies
GERS436
The Usual Suspects: Criminals in German Literature and Film
Prerequisite: GERS320 or GERS322; or permission of instructor.
Credit only granted for: GERM436 or GERS436.
Formerly: GERM436.
An examination of how historical, cultural and political discourses in German-speaking countries influence social norms and criteria for judging what is considered socially acceptable or "deviant". Texts and films span from the 18th to 21st centuries. Taught in German.
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