Reading & talk followed by a public discussion
21 Oct 2021 · 6.00 pm
Die verführte Nachbarin
Venue: Kollektivbar ES, Plügerstraße 52, 12047 Berlin
Research project(s): Neighborhood in Contemporary Berlin Literature
Angela Steidele writes literary biographies of historical queer individuals while also discussing the concept of biographing theoretically, e.g. in Anne Lister. Eine erotische Biographie. In a conversation with Christina Ernst, she will address, among other things, historiographical accounts of lesbian sexuality, the theme of the seduced neighbor, and the close relationship between the biographer and her subject—in other words, “neighborhood” as both a motif and a poetic principle.
The event will take place in compliance with 2G Covid regulations (vaccinated or recovered attendees only). It will also be recorded for the ZfL’s YouTube Channel. By attending, you agree to being featured in the recording.
Fig. above: Cover detail: Angela Steidele: Anne Lister. Eine erotische Biographie. Berlin: Matthes & Seitz 2017, © Matthes & Seitz
Picture of Angela Steidele: © Ben Chislett
Picture of Angela Steidele: © Ben Chislett