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Literary Analysis and Secondary Sources

Delve into the interplay of German history, civilization, and literary tradition through Goethe's Faust, exploring its impact on cultural attitudes and ethical progress. Uncover how this iconic text influenced perceptions of tragedy and civilization under Nazism. Engage with key research sources to gain a deeper understanding.

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Literary Analysis and Secondary Sources

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  1. Literary Analysis and Secondary Sources Humanities Core Forum April 29, 2011

  2. Interest to Topic to Question: Sources • Humcore syllabus, readings, and lectures • Internet search, encyclopedias, Humcore reserves, books, articles • Discussions with peers and instructors Based on Wayne Booth, Gregory Colomb, and Joseph Williams, The Craft of Research (Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2008), Part II, pp. 29-102.

  3. Topic to Question: The Example of Goethe’s Faust • German history and Faust: • How did Nazism become the culmination of both civilization and barbarism? • Roots of social attitudes in culture • Literary tradition as modern form of culture in Germany • Goethe’s Faust as key text for both Nazis and educated elite • Questions: • How has Goethe’s Faust changed cultural attitudes about civilization and violence? • How did Goethe’s Faust change understandings about civilizational progress and ethics? • How does Goethe’s Faust change the notion of tragedy connected with the Faust legend?

  4. Researching a question Sources: Books and articles. Look in UCI library subject guides UCI library catalog MLA Bibliography Find sources relevant to your question by looking at Titles, Table of Contents, Index, Bibliography • Benjamin Bennett, Goethe’s Theory of Poetry: Faust and the Regeneration of Language (Ithace: Cornell University Press, 1986). • Jane Brown, Goethe’s Faust: The German Tragedy (Ithaca : Cornell University Press, 1986).

  5. Engaging Sources • Record complete bibliographical data first. • Search for the 2 or 3 key sources for your research question. • Look for evidence, models of analysis, and claims to agree with or disagree with. • Take extensive notes.

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