Prof. Dr, University of Arizona, United States
🎓 Albrecht Classen is a highly esteemed professor specializing in German Studies at the University of Arizona. With a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia, he has devoted over four decades to the academic field, establishing himself as a leading scholar in medieval and early modern literature. Prof. Dr. Classen has authored 129 scholarly books and nearly 800 articles, and he serves as the editor-in-chief of several prominent journals, including Mediaevistik, Humanities, and Current Research of Social and Humanities Studies. His dedication to his field has earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious title of knight, Grand Commander of the Most Noble Order of the Three Lions.
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Education🎓
Albrecht Classen earned his Ph.D. in German Literature from the University of Virginia in 1986. His extensive educational background and profound knowledge in medieval literature and cultural history have significantly contributed to his status as a distinguished professor and scholar.
Experience🏫
Prof. Dr. Classen began his career as an Assistant Professor of German Studies at the University of Arizona, where he currently holds the esteemed rank of University Distinguished Professor. With over 40 years of experience, he has made significant contributions as an author, editor, organizer, translator, and teacher in the field of medieval and early modern studies.
Research Interests📚
Albrecht Classen’s research interests encompass European medieval and early modern literature, focusing on cultural history and the human experiences encapsulated within literary works from these periods. His scholarship often explores themes of absurdity, homoeroticism, and tolerance in medieval and early modern texts.
Awards🏆
Among his numerous awards, Albrecht Classen was knighted in 2017, receiving the rank of Grand Commander of the Most Noble Order of the Three Lions. His extensive publication record and editorial roles further highlight his significant contributions to his field.
Publications
Absurdity in Medieval Literature? Der Stricker’s Pfaffe Amîs as a Transgressive Literary Enterprise Long before Modernity
Barocklyrik als Inspirationsquelle – Andreas Gryphius’ Sonnette als Lebensphilosophie
Medieval Literature as an Archive of Human Experiences: The Middle Ages as a Depository of Human Knowledge, Wisdom, Happiness, and Suffering
The Changing Destiny of King Arthur in Medieval Romances and Verse Narratives
Homoerotic and Homosexual Perspectives in Medieval Poetry and Verse Narratives: Indirect Evidence of a Hidden Discourse