Conference hosted by the James Hogg Society and
The Department of Literature, University of Konstanz,
Germany
Konstanz, July 14-17, 2010
In continuation of the "Borders" theme at previous James Hogg conferences – "Crossing Borders: James Hogg and the Global Context of British Romanticism" (2006) and "Crossing Borders: Clare, Hogg and their Worlds" (2001) – the Konstanz conference will both seek to embed James Hogg in his actual historical and cultural context, the Scottish Borders, and employ the "borders" motif metaphorically to explore Hogg's creative transgression of, for instance, the boundaries of language or genre. However, papers are invited on all topics related to the life and works of James Hogg, as well as Hogg's literary connections and influence. The conference organisers would also especially welcome papers that address Hogg's reception in Continental Europe, as well as papers that make connections between Hogg's works and European writers. Reading time should not exceed 20 minutes.
Following the recent death of Douglas Mack, founder of the James Hogg Society, the conference will also host what will be the first of a series of 'Mack Lectures' to celebrate Douglas's life and work.
Inquiries are welcomed at any time. Proposals or abstracts should be sent by February 15, 2010 to:
Prof. Silvia Mergenthal
Department of Literature
University of Konstanz
D-78457 Konstanz, Germany
The University of Konstanz is situated on a modern campus overlooking Lake Constance, in the picturesque South West of Germany and on the border to Switzerland. For more information see http://www.uni-konstanz.de/. There will also be a conference website. Konstanz is easily accessible by train from the nearest major airport (Zurich/Switzerland), but participants might also investigate budget flight alternatives to Friedrichshafen. A tour of one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the area – the monastic island of Reichenau or the library at St. Gallen – and other social events including a conference dinner will be part of the conference programme.
