Steinzeiten: Der «Urmensch» im deutschsprachigen Roman

Description

Ulrike Landfester guides attendees through a selection of literary works that depict the life and thoughts of early humans, from 19th-century scientific theories to modern reflections. The lecture examines how authors like Franz Achermann, Paul Mähler, and Max Frisch have used the figure of the 'Urmensch' to comment on human origins, identity, and the relationship between science and literature.

Highlights

Analysis of key literary works from 1878 to 1979; exploration of the cultural impact of Darwin's theory; focus on German-language literature; insights into how early humans are depicted in fiction.

General Information

Held at Kulturmuseum St.Gallen, Switzerland. Organized by Universität St.Gallen - Öffentliche Vorlesungen. No tickets sold; entry is free.

Location

Kulturmuseum St.Gallen, Museumstrasse 50, 9000 St. Gallen, Switzerland

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