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Great Books - March

Tom Jones
by Henry Fielding

Discussion by Dr. Carma Stahnke
March 12, 2014

One of the first English novels ever published, and certainly one of the funniest and raciest books ever written, Henry Fielding satirizes human standards of morality and decency through a variety of characters and situations. The protagonist, a foundling raised by the generous Mr. Allworthy, is faced with many obstacles on his quest to win his beloved Sophia. Despite his wish to be an exemplary man, Tom often has no choice but to succumb to the seductions of others less honorable than he. This masterpiece is thoroughly entertaining from start to finish.

Presenter

Dr. Carma Stahnke

Dr. Carma Stahnke is an associate professor in Milwaukee School of Engineering's General Studies Department.  She teaches courses in composition, literature, and German.  She also developed the German Studies Minor and edits MSOE's literary journal, Ink Waves.  She received her Ph.D. from Southern Illinois University in August 2000 and earned master's degrees in English and in German from Bowling Green State University in Ohio.



Menu

Victorian Dinner:

Appetizer - Mini Canapés ala Bristol
First Course - Julienne Consommé
Entrée - Beef Wellington
Tied Green Beans and Carrots
Mushroom Red Potato
Dessert - Baked Alaska Napoléon




Registration
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All Great Books programs are scheduled on Wednesday evenings from 6 to 9 p.m. in MSOE's historic Alumni Partnership Center.

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