How did Schlegel's academic focus change during his university years?
From law to Classical literature
From theology to natural science
From engineering to fine arts
From mathematics to philosophy
Answer
Schlegel was initially interested in law, but during his university years, he switched his focus to Classical literature. This change was due to his exposure to the writings of Johann Gottfried Herder, who emphasized the importance of studying the literature of other cultures in order to understand one's own culture. Schlegel also became interested in the Romantic movement, which emphasized the importance of emotion and imagination in literature.
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