Literary Traces in Bonn: The Clown
Our production site is located in Bonn – that’s why our Advent calendar regularly highlights our beautiful city, which has far more to offer than countless museums, cherry blossom photos, and Rhine-side romance. Bonn has shaped many famous personalities, including the world-renowned writer Heinrich Böll, who had a close connection to the city.
In his novel The Clown, Böll gives Bonn a distinct literary presence: at the end of the story, the protagonist sits at Bonn Central Station, deep in thought and marked by a characteristically Rhenish melancholy. The novel is a wonderful example of how culture, history, and everyday life come together in Bonn.
Book recommendation
Anyone interested in gaining insight into the post-war state of mind is warmly encouraged to read Heinrich Böll’s The Clown—a fascinating novel about society, love, and the subtle nuances of human relationships.
Quiz question
Where is the clown sitting at the end of Heinrich Böll’s novel?
E: At Bonn Central Station
L: At Bonn Minster
T: On the banks of the Rhine in Bonn
Here you can find the solution sheet to print or fill in directly on your computer. Simply enter the letter of the correct answer in the field of today’s calendar window. Good luck! Advent calendar solution sheet.pdf
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