- “The Glass Bead Game” (Das Glasperlenspiel) by Hermann Hesse: This acclaimed novel by the Nobel laureate explores themes of intellectual and spiritual fulfillment in a fictional province called Castalia, believed to be located in Baden-Württemberg.
- “The Physicists” (Die Physiker) by Friedrich Dürrenmatt: Though primarily set in a Swiss mental institution, this play by Dürrenmatt was inspired by the scientist Werner Heisenberg, who lived and worked in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg.
- “Resistance” (Widerstand) by Juli Zeh: This thought-provoking novel deals with themes of terrorism and resistance, taking place in Heidelberg and other parts of Baden-Württemberg.
- “The Castle” (Das Schloss) by Franz Kafka: While the exact setting of this existential novel is ambiguous, the Klamm, a village described in the story, is believed to be inspired by Scheer, a town in Baden-Württemberg.
- “Boss” by Dominik Graf: Although not a novel, this crime thriller is set in Stuttgart, the capital of Baden-Württemberg. Graf skillfully weaves an intricate plot involving political corruption.
- “The Silent Angel” (Der stumme Engel) by Heinrich Böll: This novel is set in the fictional town of Wuppertal, which represents a composite of several towns in Baden-Württemberg. It delves into post-war Germany and the reconstruction efforts.
- “Three Stories and a Reflection” (Drei Geschichten und eine Betrachtung) by Patrick Süskind: Süskind, also known for “Perfume,” presents a collection of stories set in three distinct locations in Baden-Württemberg, providing glimpses into different facets of life.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous novels set in Baden-Württemberg
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