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862-0001-00L 3 Credits MSC D-GESS

What is Literature? Introduction to the Epistemology of Literature

Was ist Literatur? Einführung in die Epistemologie der Literatur

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Andreas Kilcher
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:24:18

Abstract

This lecture provides a general introduction to literary theory and presents the important theories dealing with knowledge and its role in and as literature.

Objective

This lecture provides a general introduction to literary theory and presents the important theories dealing with knowledge and its role in and as literature.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
schriftl. Essay und mündl. Prüfung

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Was ist Literatur? Einführung in die Epistemologie der Literatur
  • Thu 11:15-13:00 (CHN G 42)
2 h weekly
exercise Was ist Literatur? Einführung in die Epistemologie der Literatur (Tutorat)
Termin in Absprache mit dem Dozenten
  • By Appointment None-None
1 h weekly

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