Lea Ypi

Description

In her new work Indignity (2025), Lea Ypi travels into her family's past, linking personal memories with the major political and social upheavals of the 20th century. The unexpected discovery of a picture takes her back to her grandparents' time, into the traditions of the Ottoman Empire: from the emergence of new nation-states in the Balkans to fascist occupation and communist rule in Albania. This search for traces offers Ypi a historical panorama intertwined with philosophical reflection. Thus, an intimate yet far-reaching portrait of life in times of radical change is created. An evening about the power of storytelling and the search for truth about the people we believe we know best. Prof. Dr. Lea Ypi is one of the most prominent political writers of our time. The political scientist born in Albania now teaches political theory at the London School of Economics. With her autobiographical work "Frei" she achieved a worldwide bestseller, translated into 35 languages. Moderation: Dr. Lena Jöhnk, Director of the DAI Language: English

Highlights

• Lecture by Prof. Dr. Lea Ypi about her new work "Indignity"
• Moderation by Dr. Lena Jöhnk
• Insight into personal and political history

General Information

Lea Ypi, a renowned political writer, presents her new book that links personal memories with the political upheavals of the 20th century. The event takes place at the DAI Heidelberg and offers a deep discussion about the power of storytelling and the search for truth.

Location

Sofienstraße 12, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany

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