Irmgard Keun – Das kunstseidene Mädchen - Irmgard Keun – Das kunstseidene Mädchen 2026

This literary event in Braunschweig brings to life Irmgard Keun's celebrated 1932 novel *Das kunstseidene Mädchen* (The Artificial Silk Girl). Keun, a sharp-witted German novelist of the late Weimar period, is known for her vivid portrayals of women's lives and her critique of society. The evening offers a chance to experience her work in a live setting, with a performance or reading that captures the novel's spirited and poignant narrative.

Attendees can expect an engaging presentation that highlights Keun's humor and social commentary, set against the backdrop of her tumultuous life—from her early success and Nazi book bans to her exile and eventual rediscovery. The event provides a cultural deep dive into one of the key works of the New Objectivity movement.