Reading and Conversation with Swiss Author

Swiss literature, history and cultural exchange. A collaboration of the Swiss Consulate and the University of Emory.
About this Event

🇨🇭 Discover Switzerland Through Literature, Memory, War, and Survival

Join us for a special literary event exploring 16 Mesi by acclaimed Swiss-Italian author Fabio Andina, sponsored by the Consulate General of Switzerland in Atlanta.

16 Mesi takes place during and after World War II, and it traces the story of the author's grandfather, offering a deeply personal perspective on Switzerland's wartime experience and the power of family memory.

Beyond the book itself, this event offers an opportunity to discover Switzerland's rich linguistic and cultural diversity. The Consulate General of Switzerland in Atlanta will provide maps of Switzerland to help you explore the country's distinctive geography and better understand the places where the story unfolds.

The program will begin with an introduction to 16 Mesi and its historical and cultural context, followed by a reading from the book and a conversation with the author, Fabio Andina.

Join us for an engaging exploration of Swiss literature, history, and identity through the lens of one family's story.

📅 Monday, November 16, 5:00PM (17h00)
📍University of Miami, Merrick Building, Room 210.02

🌍 Don’t miss this rare chance to learn about Switzerland during WWII and its cultural features.