Roman Dell in Gelsenkirchen: Reading about home, memory, and a life with books
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Roman Dell tells of a life between Russia and Germany
On Thursday, November 12, 2026, Roman Dell invites to a literary reading at the Stolzenfelz Castle in Gelsenkirchen. Under the title A life without books is possible, but pointless, the author born in Shakhty combines short stories with personal experiences from Russia and Germany.
Literature as memory and arrival
Roman Dell has been living in Gelsenkirchen since 1995. His texts navigate between autobiographical observation, migration experience, and literary self-locating. At the center is a narration that makes cultural transitions visible: the familiar origin, the new home, and the lifelong in-between that shapes many biographies.
The reading promises an immediate author-encounter with a voice that transforms personal history into short narrative forms. Language thereby becomes a space of memory and an instrument to illuminate experiences of foreignness, belonging, and change.
An author with a Russian-German perspective
Dell began writing in Russia and has been producing his literary works in German since 2000. His first literary publication The Song of the Alhambra was released in 2010. His work is classified as a Russian-German perspective on migration, home, and cultural understanding in literary projects related to the Ruhr region.
It is precisely this connection that lends the evening its literary quality: The stories open a personal view onto historical and social experiences without detaching the individual from the cultural discourse. Between biographical proximity and narrative design, a multi-faceted portrait of life paths across borders emerges.
Reading atmosphere at Stolzenfelz Castle
The historic Stolzenfelz Castle provides the setting for a concentrated literary experience. Voice, rhythm, and linguistic artistry are at the center. Short stories unfold their impact particularly directly: each scene receives space, each memory its own sound.
The evening is aimed at literature enthusiasts, people interested in German-Russian history, and anyone who understands literature as an encounter. Admission is free.
Conclusion: Literature as a bridge between life worlds
Roman Dell's reading leads from Shakhty to Gelsenkirchen, connecting personal memory with an open reflection on home. Visitors can expect an intimate evening with short stories, biographical depth, and a distinctive voice from the regional literature scene. Those who want to experience literature live as an author-encounter will find a special occasion at Stolzenfelz Castle.
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