When does the reading with Matthias Kneip take place?

The reading takes place on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, starting at 6 PM.

Where is the event taking place?

The venue is the Murnau Hall of the Bielefeld Adult Education Center at Ravensberger Park 1 in 33607 Bielefeld.

What is the admission fee?

Admission to the reading is free.

Which book is Matthias Kneip presenting?

Matthias Kneip is presenting his book Poland in Moments. Poetic Miniatures, which was published in 2019 by Friedrich Pustet Verlag.

Is pre-registration required?

No pre-registration is required for the event.

How long does the event last?

The event is scheduled according to the event information from 6 PM to 9:30 PM.

Poetic Journey Through Poland: Matthias Kneip Reads Intense Miniatures in Bielefeld

Name: Author Reading with Dr. Matthias Kneip
Start: 2026-11-11T18:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-11T21:30:00+01:00
Location: Volkshochschule Bielefeld, Murnau-Saal

Poland in Moments: A Poetic Journey with Matthias Kneip

On November 11, 2026, the Bielefeld Adult Education Center invites you to a literary encounter with Dr. Matthias Kneip. The focus is on his book Poland in Moments. Poetic Miniatures, a finely observed homage to the neighboring country that connects history, everyday life, and cultural perception in artistic snapshots.

Literature between Travel Image and Miniature

Matthias Kneip approaches Poland not through encyclopedic data, but through scenes, places, and linguistically dense moments. His short texts open the eyes to those details where a country often reveals itself more intensely than in grand narratives: a square in Krakow, the cityscape of Polish metropolises, or the eventful history of Gdansk.

The reading promises a literary experience between poetic prose, travel essay, and cultural observation. Kneip's style combines linguistic precision with underlying humor and a personal perspective on German-Polish relations.

An Author as a Bridge Builder Between Cultures

Dr. Matthias Kneip studied German studies, East Slavic studies, and political science and wrote his dissertation on the political role of the German language in Upper Silesia. Since the year 2000, he has been working as a research associate at the German Poland Institute in Darmstadt. As a writer, publicist, and Poland expert, he has been dedicated to cultural understanding between Germany and Poland for many years.

For his commitment, Kneip has received, among other awards, the Silesia Culture Prize of Lower Saxony, the Knight's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland, and the Medal of the Commission of National Education. His literary work ranges across poetry, travel images, reports, and cultural-historical mediation.

Poland in Poetic Moments

Poland in Moments was published in 2019 by Friedrich Pustet Verlag. The book gathers short, artfully composed texts that not only describe places and events but also make them atmospherically tangible. From individual images arises a polyphonic literary geography that expands the cultural discourse on Poland with personal perception and poetic language art.

The reading atmosphere at the Bielefeld Adult Education Center offers space for focused listening and an immediate author encounter. Literature enthusiasts will experience how a special narrative form emerges from travel experience, memory, and precise observation.

Conclusion: An Evening for Curious Readers

The reading with Matthias Kneip opens a knowledgeable and sensual access to Poland. Visitors can expect a connection of literature, cultural history, and personal travel experience. Those who wish to discover Poland beyond familiar clichés and experience the impact of poetic miniatures live will find an inspiring opportunity this evening.