The Holocaust

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Literature and film emerge from the most profound of human experiences. In the20th century, perhaps the most profound of those experiences was theHolocaust. The scope of hatred, deadlines of purpose, and organization of massmurder raise questions which have become more and more disturbing even aswe move away from the event. This course examines not only the roots andnature of the Holocaust, but also how internationally known writers andfilmmakers have reacted to the event. Note: Fulfills SUNY-GE Humanities. Noprerequisite.