The Heidelberg Lectures on Cultural Theory delve into the life and works of literary titan Thomas Mann, commemorating the 100th anniversary of his classic novel "The Magic Mountain" and the 150th anniversary of the Nobel laureate's birth. The lecture series features renowned scholars, authors, and artists exploring Mann's multifaceted connections to music, visual arts, science, and the ideological currents of his era. With 12 events scheduled across December 2024 and January 2025, the lecture series promises to offer fresh perspectives on this titan of 20th century German literature.

Dirk Heißerer: Kafka Reads Thomas Mann – Thomas Mann Reads Kafka
The Heidelberg Lectures on Cultural Theory delve into the works of Thomas Mann this winter semester. The first half explores THE MAGIC MOUNTAIN, while the second half examines Mann's oeuvre in the context of the political and religious landscape of his era.
ETH-Bibliothek Zürich, Thomas-Mann-Archiv / Fotograf: Unbekannt / TMA_3457