When does the reading begin

The reading is scheduled for Monday, April 20, 2026, at 16:00.

How long does the event last

A compact reading evening is planned; exact duration will follow.

Will there be a book signing or Q and A

Information to follow; depending on the schedule and participants, a short question round may be possible.

Is the event location barrier-free

Information on accessibility will follow as soon as the specific location is confirmed.

Where can I get tickets and what is the entry fee

Price and ticket acquisition are currently not confirmed; please monitor the event page.

Will the book be available on-site

Typically, bookstores offer copies during the literature evening; binding information will follow.

Great Literature, Clear Position: Horváth's Youth Without God in Amberg

Name: Reading: Ödön von Horváth – Youth Without God
Start: 2026-04-20T18:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-04-20T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Amberg

An Evening for Language and Conscience: Horváth's 'Youth Without God' in Amberg

A literary experience with depth: A reading from Ödön von Horváth's novel 'Youth Without God' is imminent in Amberg. The text unfolds an intense reading atmosphere and opens the space for author encounters and discourse on language, morality, and public life.

Word art that touches the soul

Horváth's prose thrives on clarity and subtle harshness. In the reading, voice, rhythm, and language artistry enter into an intimate dialogue: A teacher struggles with conscience and the spirit of the times, while an entire system forms his narrative backdrop. The audience experiences the style and structure of this classic directly – as a concentrated reading that invites attention.

Context, Canon, Cultural Resonance

As a novel from the 1930s, 'Youth Without God' exemplifies anti-fascist literature and studies of school environments. Anchored in the genre between social novel and moral parable, the text sharpens the view on manipulation, media resonance, and the reverberation of public discourse. Voices of Thomas Mann, Hermann Hesse, and Alfred Döblin have acknowledged the work early on; its literary quality sets standards in the canon.

Language as Experience

In the lecture, sound effects, anaphoras, and parallelisms emerge – sensual impressions that carry the narrative tension. The shift from sober observation to laconic emphasis creates a dense reading atmosphere in which every word carries weight. Thus, the text becomes a contemporary experience that resonates long after.

Contextualization with Expertise

Horváth's work, significantly edited by Suhrkamp, combines stylistic discipline with cultural critique. In the literary classification, parallel motives, historical context, and a precise ethics of storytelling emerge. This literary experience invites you to examine your own judgments in the mirror of language.

Conclusion: Expect an intense, concentrated reading with subsequent spaces for thought. Those who appreciate linguistic craftsmanship, clear narratives, and cultural discourse will experience literature that displays conviction – live, close, unfiltered.