Margret Schepers in Mainz: Reading from “...and we dreamed of the Matriarchy”
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Margret Schepers reads in Mainz from a crime novel of the women's movement
On November 19, 2026, Margret Schepers invites you to a special literary encounter at the Gonsenheim Town Hall. The focus is on her book “...and we dreamed of the Matriarchy,” which connects crime fiction with a testimony of the women's movement of the 1970s.
Crime literature with social memory
The novel combines the suspense of the crime genre with a historical perspective on political upheaval, female self-determination, and social change. The reading promises more than just a classic book presentation: It leads into a literary world in which personal experiences and the cultural discourse of the 1970s are intertwined.
An author close to the women's book movement
Margret Schepers opened the first Heidelberg women's bookstore in 1976 and ran it until 1990. This biographical connection to the women's book movement gives the event a unique cultural-historical perspective. Her reading makes visible how literature preserves, questions, and re-experiences social movements for a contemporary audience.
Reading atmosphere and author encounter
An intimate reading atmosphere is created at the Gonsenheim Town Hall, where language, voice, and narrative tension have an immediate impact. The literary experience is aimed at crime fans as well as visitors interested in feminist history, social emancipation, and contemporary German-language literature.
Literature with social engagement
The proceeds of the event support women in need. Thus, the reading combines literary quality with concrete solidarity. The evening bridges the gap between memorial culture, the art of language, and social responsibility.
Conclusion: Experience literature live and support a good cause
Margret Schepers' reading offers suspense, historical context, and an intense author encounter. Those who want to experience literature as a social voice will have the opportunity for a special evening in favor of women in need at the Gonsenheim Town Hall. Tickets are available through the mentioned advance booking venues or by email.
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