An evening with Michael Maar: literary secrets, illustrious guests from Ascona, and great Swiss authors.
Overview
Intro
In Ascona, Michael Maar speaks about style, word choice and literary nuance. The focus is on authors linked to Switzerland and Ticino, as well as unexpected connections to Ascona.
About the event
Michael Maar invites the audience to a literary evening dedicated to the art of close reading. The focus is on style, word choice and small inconsistencies that can open new perspectives on familiar texts.
Content
The evening looks at writers connected to Switzerland and Ticino, as well as surprising links to Ascona. It combines literary-critical precision with an accessible and engaging format.
About the speaker
Born in 1960, Michael Maar is a literary scholar, writer and critic. He received the Heinrich Mann Prize in 2010. His 2025 publication is «Das violette Hündchen. Große Literatur im Detail».
The event is held in German.
Admission
CHF 10
| Contact address |
+41 79 907 29 00
team@la-rondine.ch |
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| Location |
Entrata Libreria della Rondine Casa Serodine - Piazza San Pietro 6612 Ascona Switzerland |
| Event Homepage | https://www.la-rondine.ch |
| Price |
Admission
CHF 10
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Event dates
- 14 September 2026