Kamel Daoud - Huris

Description

The novel Huris falls under a law in Algeria that prohibits publications about the civil war. Kamel Daoud was therefore sentenced in absentia to three years of imprisonment without parole and a high fine.
About the novel: Algeria, 1990s, civil war, attack on a village. Islamists try to slit the throat of young Aube, but only her vocal cords are affected. She can only remain silent. Also because of the state laws that prohibit remembering the civil war. She can only speak to her unborn daughter. But the secret pregnancy confronts her with new questions. Kamel Daoud, born in Algeria in 1970, worked as a journalist. After being threatened in Algeria for his critical articles, he went into exile in France in 2014 and dedicated himself to literature. His first novel, The Fall of Meursault – a counterstatement, was celebrated, and Daoud has received numerous awards. Published by Matthes & Seitz Berlin
Translated from French by Holger Fock and Sabine Müller Languages: German/French
Moderation: Prof. Dr. Daniel Winkler
Interpreting: Gilberte Gebhard A cooperation of DAI, French-German Cultural Center (dfk), University of Heidelberg - Institute for Islamic Studies and Romance Seminar

Highlights

• Reading by Kamel Daoud about his novel "Huris"
• Moderation by Prof. Dr. Daniel Winkler
• Cooperation with several Heidelberg institutions

General Information

The reading takes place at DAI Heidelberg and discusses the novel "Huris," which is subject to a law in Algeria that prohibits publications about the civil war. Kamel Daoud, a renowned author and journalist, will read from his work and engage in a conversation with the audience.

Location

Sofienstraße 12, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany

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