Survival at the Old Mensa Göttingen: A moving literature evening
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A moving literature evening about memory, loss, and survival
With Survival, the audience at the Old Mensa Göttingen can expect an intense evening that blends literature, contemporary history, and personal memory. At the center is an extraordinary find from the estate of Ruth Klüger: Writings of her mother Alma Hirschel, which have been published in book form for the first time and are now being contextualized together.
An evening of literary depth
Gesa Dane, Thedel von Wallmoden, and Benjamin Möckel will guide through the material, which tells stories of persecution, survival, and familial memory. The event connects scholarly context with narrative power and creates precisely that special event atmosphere for which the Göttingen Literature Fall is known. The evening will be complemented by a reading from Andrea Strube, who brings the text passages to life.
Between historical research and audience mood
The Old Mensa at Wilhelmsplatz provides the perfect setting: central, traditional, and close to Göttingen's cultural life. Those who appreciate literature events with depth will experience a remarkable event that begins quietly and resonates long after. The connection between literature, history, and contemporary relevance makes this date attractive to a broadly interested audience.
Strong material for those who want to not just hear literature, but experience it
The evening is aimed at visitors who are interested in Jewish history, autobiographical literature, and the work of editors and researchers. At the same time, the format remains accessible and audience-friendly: a clearly structured conversation, a strong text basis, and a place that fosters exchange. This creates a dense cultural event with high relevance and emotional impact.
Conclusion: Survival in Göttingen promises a wise, touching, and atmospheric evening about memory and literary testimonies. Those who want to experience literature with historical depth live should not miss this date at the Old Mensa.
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