Sie wollen es doch schön haben: „Abschiedssommer“ von Jochen Missfeldt
Summary
This episode reviews Jochen Missfeld's new novel, *Der Abschiedssommer*, which continues the story of Gustav Hasse, the author's autobiographical alter ego. Set in 1959, the narrative explores Gustav's youthful experiences with love, music, and the lingering, suppressed secrets of the Nazi era, including his mother's encounter with a Jewish girl and his art teacher's ties to Auschwitz. The critique highlights Missfeld's deliberate, understated prose style, which contrasts with his earlier works but effectively captures the post-war struggle to maintain a facade of normalcy while grappling w…
Topics discussed
Introduction to SWR Kultur Lesenswertkritik
Background on Jochen Missfeld and the Solzbüll saga
The narrator's origins and family history
Summer of 1959: Gustav's youth and music
Romantic conflicts and the slap incident
Hidden secrets: Nazi artifacts and Ganka Sonnenstern
The art teacher's connection to Auschwitz
Critical analysis of Missfeld's narrative style
Post-war suppression and the desire for normalcy
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