“Getting to know my brother meant learning to hate him.” The Collapse with Édouard Louis and Jannik Schümann
Discussion in English; reading in German
Since the publication of his groundbreaking autobiographical debut “The End of Eddy”, Édouard Louis has been considered “France’s biggest literary sensation” (THE NEW YORK TIMES). He since published further acclaimed books, in which he turned his penetrating gaze not only to his own upbringing, but to the life of his parents. His latest novel, The Collapse, completes the literary family tableau and focuses on the story of his brother: With dim prospects in his working-class world, he wishes for a bigger life. One in which he restores cathedrals, travels the globe and earns his father’s love. But his reality does not permit any of this. He descends into alcohol and gambling addiction and remains a tragic phantom. The Collapse is a relentlessly vivid portrait revealing a horrific combination of classism, masculinity and addiction. German text: Jannik Schümann; host: Emily Grunert
Contributors
Édouard Louis
Édouard Louis was born in 1991. His autobiographical debut novel “The En… This text was shortened for this overview. Follow the more-link to read the full text.
Emily Grunert
Born in 1992 in Mainz, Emily Grunert studied creative writing and… This text was shortened for this overview. Follow the more-link to read the full text.
Jannik Schümann
Born in in 1992, Jannik Schümann took on various musical roles at a … This text was shortened for this overview. Follow the more-link to read the full text.
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Date:
Tuesday
10. March 2026
21:00 -
Pre Pre sale price (fees excluded) ab 18 €
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WDR Funkhaus
Klaus-von-Bismarck-SaalWallrafplatz 5
Köln-InnenstadtPlease follow the checkroom instructions.
Bitte Garderobenhinweise beachten.
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- Induction loop Available
- Wheelchair friendly + toilets Available
- Assistance dogs welcome Available
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Languages
- Englisch
- Deutsch
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