3391 - The Magic Mountain by Thomas Mann (Harl Pike)
Course Description
Instructor: Harl Pike
Thomas Mann's 1924 masterpiece, The Magic Mountain, is set in a sanatorium in Davos, Switzerland, and explores timeless themes such as life, illness, death, love, and even the nature of time itself. At over 700 pages, it may seem daunting, but don’t be intimidated! Whether you’re encountering the novel for the first time or revisiting it, this course will guide you through its depth and complexity. Interested in why this book is worth your time? Check out thepearlreview on YouTube for insights on why even a 4-hour course on The Magic Mountain is a rewarding experience. Join us for an engaging exploration of Mann’s profound narrative and themes. Required: A COPY OF THE MAGIC MOUNTAIN, The Magic Mountain: Mann, Thomas, Lowe-Porter, H. T.: 9798874255374: Amazon.com: Books, or The Magic Mountain - Kindle edition by Mann, Thomas. Literature & Fiction Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.
Bio: Peace Corps Volunteers (TEFL) Sfax, Tunisia 1967-69; ELCA Lutheran pastor 35 years 1973-2008 (30 years at one parish, an isolated US Army town , Sierra Vista/Fort Huachuca -Army Intelligence Center and School); I have a working knowledge of French, German, and survival knowledge of Russian, Arabic. Born in Germany, raised in New England and Arizona. A resident of Georgia since 2011.