Reading with Stefan Hornbach
On Wednesday, 7 May 2025, from 18:00 to 19:30, the author Stefan Hornbach will read from his award-winning novel ‘Den Hund überleben’. The event is part of the exhibition ‘DA IST ETWAS. Cancer and Emotions’ exhibition at Magdeburg University Hospital.
In his quiet, humorous and poignant novel, Hornbach tells the story of what happens when there seems to be no way forward. His protagonist Sebastian, just at the beginning of his adult life, is confronted with helplessness, dependence and frailty as a result of cancer. But Hornbach shows that Sebastian is more than his illness. The story tells of deep insecurity, but also of a new courage to face life and a different, quiet strength. The author has channelled his personal experiences into the story. His debut novel ‘Surviving the Dog’ was awarded the prestigious literature prize of the Jürgen Ponto Foundation in 2021.
The reading will be accompanied by a book table at the Fritz Wahle bookshop. The author will be available for book signings afterwards. The event is free of charge. Further information can be found in the invitation.
Event details
- Date: Wednesday, 7 May 2025
- Time: 18:00 - 19:00
- Place: New Lecture Hall / House 7, Campus of the University Medical Centre Magdeburg, Leipziger Straße 44, 39120 Magdeburg
- Admission: free / registration not required
The exhibition ‘DA IST ETWAS. Cancer and Emotions’
Since September 2024, the exhibition has been providing comprehensive insights into the emotional, scientific and historical facets of cancer. In addition to a large number of exhibits, visitors can expect a varied accompanying programme.
Free public guided tours will continue to be offered in 2025 - including directly before the reading on 7 May 2025 at 17:00.
The exhibition is supported by German Cancer Aid and the German Cancer Society Foundation.
Contact for enquiries: Annett Göth send email, phone: 0391/67 24340
The exhibition ‘DA IST ETWAS. Cancer and Emotions’