Tag #German Literature

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Thomas Melle's "Haus zur Sonne": A Novel Exploring Mental Illness and the Search for Healing

Thomas Melle's new novel, "Haus zur Sonne," follows an autobiographically inspired narrator battling severe bipolar disorder who seeks help in a sanatorium offering virtual reality simulations alongside traditional therapy, raising questions about the nature of healing and reality.

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German Author Critiques Publishing Industry, Praises Colleague

Bestselling German author Benjamin von Stuckrad-Barre criticizes the German literary scene as boring and pretentious, while praising author Caroline Wahl for her self-assuredness and unique approach.

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José Francisco Agüera Oliver Appointed Bergen-Enkheim's New Stadtschreiber

José Francisco Agüera Oliver, a renowned poet and translator, assumed the role of Stadtschreiber in Bergen-Enkheim on August 29th, 2024, planning to engage the community through dialogue and collaborative projects with schools.

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Death of Influential Contemporary Poet Eugen Gomringer at 100

Eugen Gomringer, a significant contemporary poet known for his experimental style and poem "Schweigen," died at 100 in Bamberg, Germany; his work, including the controversial "avenidas," continues to spark debate.

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German Author Ursula Krechel Wins Georg-Büchner-Prize

Ursula Krechel, a 77-year-old German author, won the Georg-Büchner-Prize for her body of work exploring violence and female authorship across history, exemplified by novels like "Landgericht" and "Sehr geehrte Frau Ministerin.

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Gender Equality
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Thomas Mann: Literary Giant and Unwavering Anti-Nazi Activist

Thomas Mann, a German writer and Nobel laureate, rose to global prominence with works like "Buddenbrooks", while his political activism, which included opposing Nazism and broadcasting anti-Nazi messages during exile in the US, shaped his legacy.

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Jutta Bauer: Celebrated German Illustrator and Children's Book Author Passes Away

Jutta Bauer, a renowned German illustrator and children's book author, died unexpectedly on September 10th at age 70 in Schwerin due to anaphylactic shock, leaving behind a legacy of impactful works addressing social issues and human emotions.

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Judith Hermann's "Thuishaven": A Novel of Atmosphere and Isolation

Judith Hermann's "Thuishaven" follows a woman who moves from city life to a remote Dutch village, finding herself isolated despite the idyllic setting; her experiences explore themes of memory, relationships, and the search for belonging.

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Wahl's "Die Assistentin" Explores Career, Self-Discovery

Caroline Wahl's third novel, "Die Assistentin," follows a young woman's journey through a difficult job at a publishing house in Munich, exploring themes of self-discovery and finding one's path amidst challenging work environments and familial expectations; the novel is notable for its success foll...

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Frankfurt (Oder) to Use Kleist's Works to Spark Political Debate in 2027

Frankfurt (Oder) will celebrate the 250th birthday of Heinrich von Kleist in 2027, using his works as a platform to discuss racism, nationalism, and gender, and incorporating his works into the Abitur curriculum starting in 2025/2026. The Europa-Universität Viadrina is coordinating events and a pote...

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Schalansky's Marble Metaphor: Art, Nature, and Resource Extraction

In her Frankfurt Poetics lecture, "Marmor, Quecksilber, Nebel," Judith Schalansky uses the metaphor of marble to explore the relationship between humanity and nature, drawing parallels between her writing process and sculpting, referencing Calvino and the environmental costs of resource extraction.

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Thomas Mann: A Nobel Laureate's Life of Literary and Political Resistance

Thomas Mann, a Nobel Prize-winning German author (1929), became a prominent anti-Nazi voice, facing exile and criticism for his stance against the regime and later his post-war commentary, ultimately leaving a lasting legacy of resistance and literary excellence.

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