German Literature
Thousands of books and exhibitors, prominent writers from around the globe, the latest trends in publishing, international conferences, prestigious literary awards – and Iceland, a land of booklovers, as guest of honour: the Frankfurt Book Fair 2011 from 12 - 16 October is a key meeting place for the international publishing sector.
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Hear a selection of poems in German by famous German poets on the four seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter!
German Poems
This was the name chosen by a Berlin initiative which, over twenty years ago, sought to overcome the division of Germany’s capital, using “tales of courage” to unite people across borders. Fairy tale heroes, although they might feel small, are brave enough to fight for and win their freedom. This courageous initiative gave rise to the “Berlin Fairy Tale Festival”, the largest of its kind in the world, which since then has regarded itself as a forum for intercultural encounter.
“Tales of Courage”
