An introduction to the twentieth-century Danish author Karen Blixen, focusing on her major themes such as gender and destiny, and examining her role as a literary figure. Only one of the following may be counted: Comparative Literature 323 (Topic 14), 324D, European Studies 347 (Topic 15), 347F, German, Scandinavian, and Dutch Studies 341G, Women's and Gender Studies 345 (Topic 13). Three lecture hours a week for one semester.