ELTS 151
Valkyries and Dragonslayers: Völsung/Nibelung Tradition
Description: Lecture, three hours. Study of medieval Norse and German traditions of Völsung and Nibelung families (Eddas, sagas, Nibelungenlied), as well as modern versions in various media (e.g., Wagner's Ring Cycle, Fritz Lang's Nibelungen films), in their historic and cultural contexts. Instruction and texts in English. P/NP or letter grading.
Units: 4.0
Units: 4.0
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Most Helpful Review
Fall 2023 - Very difficult and lengthy in-class tests, but enjoyable overall. Professor Ball makes these Nordic texts interesting and engaging and encourages discussion surrounding their themes. Grade is heavily impacted by participation so I don't recommend this class to anyone with social anxiety who is uncomfortable with speaking up in class. I took this class for my foreign language requirement and learned a lot.
Fall 2023 - Very difficult and lengthy in-class tests, but enjoyable overall. Professor Ball makes these Nordic texts interesting and engaging and encourages discussion surrounding their themes. Grade is heavily impacted by participation so I don't recommend this class to anyone with social anxiety who is uncomfortable with speaking up in class. I took this class for my foreign language requirement and learned a lot.
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