Reading with Titus Müller: A look behind the scenes of the war!

Reading with Titus Müller: A look behind the scenes of the war!

On November 13, 2025, a special event will take place in the Wiesent parish hall at 7:30 p.m.: a reading and a conversation with the renowned author Titus Müller. The focus is on his latest work “The Interpreter”, which was published by Heyne Verlag on August 13, 2025 and consists of 416 pages. The ticket price in advance is 10 euros, while the ticket at the box office costs 12 euros. Admission begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are available in advance at the Wiesent community, the Wörth parish office and the Wiesent community library. Reservations can be made by calling 09482/3069 or by email to buecherei-wiesent@r-kom.net.

“The Interpreter” tells the gripping story of Asta, who works as an interpreter at the “Palace” spa hotel in Mondorf-les-Bains. In 1945, the hotel is a place where the US Army interned captured Nazi notables. The arrival of Hermann Göring, one of the most prominent Nazis, on May 20, 1945 marks a dramatic turning point in the plot. Asta is not only responsible for the translations during the interrogations, but also follows the events of the Nuremberg Trials, where she has to witness the horrors of war first hand.

The complex narrative

In her quest to hold Hermann Göring accountable for her family's suffering, Asta takes risks and pursues her own goals. The young man Leonhard, whom she meets in the hotel, brings additional depth to the story with his questions about the trials. Asta stands between the terrible memories and the desire for justice and gets caught in a whirlpool of personal and historical conflicts.

The book not only addresses the hardships of the newly created profession of simultaneous interpreting, but also paints a vivid picture of the immediate post-war period. It also highlights the return of prisoners of war and the confrontation with reality in a Germany rising from the ruins.

Titus Müller – The Author

Titus Müller, born in 1977, has made a name for himself as a versatile author. He studied literature, history and journalism and is the founder of the literary magazine “Federwelt”. Müller lives in Landshut and is a member of the PEN Club. He has already received the C.S. for his work. Lewis Prize and the Homer Prize. The book “The Interpreter” not only shines with a captivating plot, but is also interspersed with many historical facts and details about the post-war period.

In this context, the literary discussion of the Second World War is becoming increasingly important. The depiction of historical injustice, such as in Müller's work, is often dealt with in modern literature. Authors strive to comprehensively portray the complexity and brutality of war and the impact on civilians. Works are highlighted that are considered significant examples of literary maximalism constructs, such as “Stalingrad” by Wassili Grossman or “The Well-Gesidenten” by Jonathan Littell, both of which provide profound insights into the period.

In summary, the reading with Titus Müller promises not only an interesting examination of an important historical period, but also a deep insight into the human dramas that took place during this time. The event is an opportunity to build a bridge between history and literature and to reflect on the relevance of these topics for today.