When does Thomas Heberer's reading take place?

The reading takes place on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 5 to 7 PM.

Where does the event take place?

The event location is the Café in Stadtfenster at Steinschen Gasse 26, 47051 Duisburg.

What is the cost of entry?

Participation in the reading is free.

What is Reimagining China about?

The book deals with the political, social, and economic changes in China and contextualizes their significance in the international context.

Who is Thomas Heberer?

Thomas Heberer is a professor and China expert with research focuses on politics, society, history, and international development of China.

Is registration possible?

Registration is possible online through the Duisburg City Library in the events section.

Reimagining China: Thomas Heberer opens the view on a changed global power

Name: "Reimagining China"
Start: 2026-11-12T17:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-11-12T19:00:00+01:00
Location: Café im Stadtfenster

Reimagining China: Thomas Heberer reads at Stadtfenster Duisburg

China shapes the political, social, and economic debates of the present like few other countries. On Thursday, November 12, 2026, East Asian studies scholar Prof. Dr. Thomas Heberer will introduce his current book Reimagining China at the Café in Stadtfenster. The reading begins at 5 PM and combines literary experience, scientific context, and personal author engagement with a distinguished China expert.

A book about the transformation of a global power

Heberer's book examines the political, social, and economic changes in China and questions how historical developments have shaped the country today. His analysis combines scientific expertise with observations from the everyday lives of people in China. This results in a differentiated panorama that questions familiar keywords and opens up new perspectives on China's role in the international context.

Between research, experience, and the present

Thomas Heberer has been scientifically engaged with China since the late 1960s. His work encompasses politics and society, history, as well as national and international developments of the country. Decades of research, numerous stays in China, and extensive publishing activity form the background for the reading.

Even biographically, Heberer's approach is extraordinary: he worked as a translator and editor in Beijing, conducted field research in Sichuan, and taught political science with a focus on East Asia. This combination of scientific analysis and personal China experience lends special authority to the event.

A reading atmosphere for curious readers of China

At Café in Stadtfenster, a concentrated setting is created for language, voice, and intellectual exchange. The reading provides insights into a work that interlinks historical perspectives, political analysis, and social observation. The central question is how China is changing and why these changes matter for Europe and the world.

For literature enthusiasts, politically engaged individuals, and anyone who wishes to understand China beyond simplistic images, the author encounter offers an enlightening evening. Heberer’s style combines professional precision with vivid presentation, making complex interconnections accessible.

Conclusion: Understanding China from new perspectives

Thomas Heberer's reading promises a literary and cultural-political experience. Anyone wishing to directly experience current world politics, social change, and the art of language in an insightful book presentation will find a special evening of exchange at Stadtfenster on November 12, 2026. Participation is free; registration through the Duisburg City Library is recommended.