Explore the themes of crime, murder, and justice in literary texts from the late 18th to the 20th century. Examine how authors address crime, guilt, redemption, and forgiveness, reflecting on the tensions between individuals and society, the fragility of fortune and security, and the forces of obsession and evil. Analyze texts closely, engage in discussions about the moral, ethical, and philosophical questions they raise, and investigate how crime fiction either reinforces or challenges moral value systems. Focus on textual analysis and place the texts within their literary and historical contexts. Study works from various genres and periods, including film from authors like Goethe, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Droste Hülshoff, Büchner, Kaiser, Brecht, Süskind, Arjouni, and Dürrenmatt. Open to students who have completed at least 30 ch of university courses or have permission from the instructor.