READING & TALK: Procrastinator's Paradise | S.Fischer Gastprofessur

In the organizer's words:

On the joys of digression, procrastination, and the importance of getting lost.

As a celebration of his new book 'Lesser Ruins', Mark Haber is joined by Ilona Hartmann to explore absurdity and procrastination - not just as habits - but as an artistic expression of the human psyche.

During the reading and conversation, they'll discuss how procrastination can be a powerful tool for introspection and creativity, turning seemingly wasted time into fertile ground for discovering deeper truths. Through satire and philosophical musings, they invite you to embrace the chaos and absurdity of life as part of a profound creative process. Known for his unique approach to storytelling, Haber is a critically acclaimed novelist, his work has garnered attention for his explorations of human eccentricity and existential themes - earning him a merited place in contemporary literary platforms. Ilona Hartmann, author and writer of two novels (latest "klarkommen", 2024, Ullstein) and acclaimed radio and podcast host, will guide is thorugh the event. Expect an evening filled with wit, humor, and insights into how getting lost might be the best way to find yourself. Don't miss out!

Event is held in English

Admission Free, just reserve your seat!

German version

To celebrate the release of Mark Haber's latest book "Lesser Ruins", Ilona Hartmann and Mark talk about absurdity and procrastination - exploring it not just as a habit, but as an artistic expression of the human psyche.

Together with the two authors, we discuss how procrastination can be a powerful tool for reflection and creativity and that "wasted time" is fertile ground for discoveries and truths. Through satire and philosophical reflection, the chaos and absurdity of life becomes part of a profound creative process. The US-American author Mark Haber is the current S.Fischer Visiting Professor at the Free University of Berlin. The moderator will be Ilona Hartmann, freelance author and copywriter (most recently "klarkommen" 2024, Ullstein), who hosted the podcast "Und was machst Du am Wochenende?" for a long time and currently hosts the program "Theoretisch Cool" on Radio Fritz.

Get ready for an evening full of philosophy, humor and the realization that getting lost can be the best way to find yourself.

The event will be held in English.

Registration is free of charge!

The S.Fischer Guest Professorship is realized by S. Fischer Verlag, Freie Universität Berlin, DAAD and Holtzbrinck Berlin - Inspire Together.

Price information:

Without seat assignment