Tuesday, November 28, 2006
The Tuesday before Thanksgiving I met with dem Grair Bär about what to read for next semester. He agreed that I ought to begin with Winckelmann (his earlier essays, then his history of ancient art), then he elaborated on some of the authors and works I had compiled in a tentative list of potential subjects. Out of everything I had suggested for myself, Dr. Grair seemed inclined toward some study of Goethe, especially his Römische Elegien.
This idea suits me fine, since it would additionally provide me with the excuse to read Latin elegists (Catullus, Propertius, Tibullus). First, though, I need to visit the library and make certain I can find most of what I need there (but Latin and English versions of the elegies should be no difficulty). Then, of course, commentary for the Römische Elegien ought to be vast, with my only expenditure being committed toward an actual copy of said work.
This project, if completed thoroughly, necessitates much reading and analysis, which means I might drop another class or two I have signed up for this spring (specifically, either the introductory political science course or business communication). If given grants again over the summer, I really could take either or both at that time instead, which might be the better mode of action.
[Lauree Frances Keith concluded this diatribe at 9:19 AM]