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Work-Life-Balance | Contemporary German Graphic Novel Book Club
Join book*ish, our new reading group for contemporary German graphic novels! We're starting off on July 23rd with Aisha Franz’s “Work-Life-Balance.” Dive into the lives of Anita, Rex, and Sandra, intertwined by their eccentric therapist's misguided attempts at “healing”.
The book and discussion will be in German. We have a few free print copies available to borrow, or you can grab your own online.
ABOUT WORK-LIFE-BALANCE
Aisha Franz’s cartoonish approach to narration and her anti-pretty stance on illustration are masterfully depicted in her latest graphic novel, "Work-Life-Balance". In “Work-Life-Balance" Franz explores the tangled lives of Anita, Rex, and Sandra, three disparate souls bound together by their eccentric therapist's misguided attempts at “healing”. Anita, a talented sculptor navigating the complexities of social media fame with her ceramics; Rex, a delivery messenger whose stolen code catapults a wellness startup to success; and Sandra, a volatile office worker turned influencer whose pursuit of intimacy ends in scandal. As their individual struggles unfold against the backdrop of their therapist's chaotic methods, their paths intersect and diverge in unexpected ways.
Centered around themes of isolation, self-optimization, and the pursuit of personal fulfillment, the graphic novel examines the conditions of labor in late-stage capitalism throughout the narrative. Ultimately, Franz's evocative artwork and storytelling style encourage readers to reflect on the delicate balance between work and personal life, offering a critical portrayal of contemporary living.
ABOUT BOOK*ISH
Throughout 2024 and into 2025, we will host four book club sessions, each dedicated to discussing a different contemporary German graphic novels. Our goals are to engage in German language practice through discussing each book's main themes and the author's stylistic choices. We aim to foster a blend of casual get-togethers and conversing in German alongside deep dives into critical thought. Together, our aim is to cultivate an environment for thought-provoking debate and cultural analysis. Join us, regardless of your language proficiency—all are invited, whether you just started learning or are already fluent in the German language.
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2509210-0
