Markus Thielemann in Braunschweig: Reading from A Thunder Rolls from the North
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A literary evening between heath, present, and conversation
On June 13, 2026, Markus Thielemann will present an evening at Café Kreuzgang in Braunschweig that understands literature not as decoration, but as a serious, sensual, and intelligent experience. The reading and conversation about A Thunder Rolls from the North open a space for linguistic precision, social questions, and that quiet tension that characterizes great contemporary literature.
A novel that puts the idyllic landscape under pressure
Thielemann's second novel, published in 2024 by C. H. Beck, tells the story from the perspective of the young shepherd Jannes Kohlmeyer, intertwining nature depiction, family conflict, and the return of the wolf with repressed past and political insecurity. The text has been read as an anti-home novel and has been placed on the shortlist for the German Book Prize 2024. This blend of poetic expansiveness and social friction makes the reading a literary experience with reverberation.
Reading atmosphere at Café Kreuzgang
Café Kreuzgang is considered a small oasis in the city center of Braunschweig. The inclusive project surrounding the Theological Center combines a special ambiance with a cool cloister climate, colorful light, and a calm, focused atmosphere. For an author encounter, this place is perfect: approachable, open, and at the same time marked by a quiet dignity that gives depth to the literary conversation.
What visitors can expect
The program is designed as a reading with conversation and takes place as part of the Day of Lower Saxony. Admission is free, and the event runs from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. This creates a rare opportunity to experience one of the most interesting younger German-speaking authors up close and to engage in conversation about style, narratives, and the political dimension of the novel. Those looking for contemporary literature with ambition will find here an evening that provides material for further reading and discussion.
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This event connects literary quality, cultural relevance, and the special intimacy of a live reading. Those who appreciate Markus Thielemann's language, the atmospheric density of his novel, and the power of conversation should not miss this date in Braunschweig.
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