Romane aus dem hohen Norden

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The kick-off event for our new small festival "Literaturbezirk Nord": Two outstanding experts present five current Scandinavian novels in a reading and discussion. Wanderlust-friendly with a view of the Egelsberg airfield, the best Scandinavian literature will give you answers on this evening. We have invited two absolute experts, namely the translators of these and many other important books from Scandinavia: Ursel Allenstein (Hamburg) and Stefan Pluschkat (Essen), to read and talk with moderator Maren Jungclaus and listen to excerpts from these novels in a varied program: "Childhood" by Tove Ditlevsen, "The Devil's Book" by Asta Olivia Nordenhof, "Eight Seasons" by Kathrine Nedrejord, "Milking" by Sanna Samuelsson and "Beneath the Pavement Lies the Beach" by Johan Harstad.And for all those who would like a culinary boost beforehand, Don Marcello is simply building a bridge from northern to southern Europe. (À la carte orders 18:00 to 19:00, can be ordered afterwards until 19:45: Antipasti plate Don Marcello)Below the information on the novels you can reserve your seat!Translated by Ursel Allenstein:Tove Ditlevsen:Childhood(Aufbau Verlag)The great bestseller from Denmark: Copenhagen, 1920s: Tove grows up in poverty, her mother unapproachable, her father unemployed. But she unwaveringly dreams of becoming a writer. Ditlevsen's autobiographical masterpiece is condensed, precise and metaphorical - and has long been a classic. "Of breathtaking intensity and beauty."(Elke Heidenreich)Asta Olivia Nordenhof:The Devil's Book(Ullstein Verlag)The tragic and mysterious fire on the North Sea cruiser "Scandinavian Star" in April 1990, in which 159 people died, forms the bracket of an epic, seven-volume series of novels by Danish literary star Asta O. Nordenhof. Each volume is a novel in its own right. The "Devil's Book" is about Olivia, who begins to write down her past in a London apartment. Years earlier, she sold herself to the mysterious T., who offered her a suitcase full of money for complete control over her body. There was always a kitchen knife in their shared bed - the symbol of a deadly game from which Olivia was able to free herself at the last second.Translated by Stefan Pluschkat:Kathrine Nedrejord:Eight Seasons.(Eichborn Verlag)Awarded the prestigious Norwegian Brage Prize: When her grandmother dies, Samin Marie travels back to her old home in Finnmark for the first time after years abroad. There she begins to research the female biographies of her family from her great-grandmother onwards: a story of double discrimination - because they are women and because they are Samin. A novel about identity, role assignment and the oppression of one of the largest indigenous peoples in Europe - razor-sharp observation, personal and political at the same time, told with verve and furor.Sanna Samuelsson:Melken(Hanser Verlag)When her friend Diana breaks up with her, Ellen jumps in the car and drives back to the farm of her childhood. It's summer, the new owners seem to be away, but the key is in the same hiding place as before. Ellen gains access to the house - and stays. The cows have been sold, but she can taste the milk just like back then, the smell of manure lingers in her nostrils and she can feel the warmth of the animals' bodies. Then Max turns up, the friend from childhood who never moved away. The debut of one of the most exciting new voices from Sweden: Who are you when the world you come from no longer exists:Johan Harstad:Under the pavement lies the beach(claassen-Verlag)Nuclear waste expert Ingmar is questioned by a stranger in Warsaw about his youth-and a radioactive paving stone from his childhood comes back to life. Whoever touches it sees his entire life in seven minutes and is driven mad. 1,152 pages at the pinnacle of Norwegian literature. "An epic journey through time and space that asks exactly the right question at the end: What actually constitutes our time on this planet?"(Berit Glanz)Novels from the far northAfter entering the form you will receive a confirmation of your reservation by e-mail. Please also check your spam folder. You can collect your reserved tickets from the Box Office from 30 minutes before the start of the event. We only have one cash desk and are happy to accept small bills. If you are unable to attend the event at short notice, please cancel in good time at literaturhaus@krefeld.de. You will also be informed of any news about the event by e-mail. During the event, photos and/or video recordings will be made for public relations and documentation purposes (legitimate interest according to GDPR Art. 6 para. 1f). If you do not agree, please contact us at short notice.11ParticipantsReserve hereParticipate... This content has been machine translated.