851-0101-69L  Nature Writing

SemesterAutumn Semester 2019
LecturersM. Hampe
Periodicitynon-recurring course
Language of instructionEnglish
CommentNumber of participants limited to 30.


AbstractNature Writing is a form of literature that relates to facts of nature and man´s relation to it, but does not pursue explanatory goals. It started in the 19th century and had an important revival in the last decade in context with the ecological crisis.
Learning objectiveStudents should get to know the most important text from the tradition of Nature Writing and be able to analyse them and understand their historical context.
ContentNature Writing is a form of literature that relates to facts of nature and man´s relation to it, but does not pursue explanatory goals. It started in the 19th century and had an important revival in the last decade in context with the ecological crisis.