Østerbro Bibliotek invites you to an author conversation with Niels Krause-Kjær about his acclaimed generational novel "Ude for uden" (Out There Beyond). The discussion will explore how Erik, the protagonist, dreams of conquering the world and finding his place in the promised future. Set in the post-World War II era, the novel follows a generation of young farmers tasked with modernizing Denmark as rural culture gives way to urban life.
During the conversation, the librarian and Niels Krause-Kjær will delve into how the author conceived this story of an entire generation, the influence of his father's travel journal on the work, and what contemporary lessons we can extract from generational narratives that speak to today's challenges. The novel has received significant acclaim from both readers and critics, winning numerous prestigious awards.
About Niels Krause-Kjær
Born in 1963, Niels Krause-Kjær is an award-winning author and journalist. He achieved major breakthrough success with "Kongekabale," which was adapted into film, and has since published a string of critically acclaimed novels. In 2025, his substantial generational novel "Ude for uden" was released as one of the year's most significant Danish publications, winning both De Gyldne Laurbær (The Golden Laurels) and Læsernes Bogpris (The Readers' Book Prize).
Practical Information
- Location: Østerbro Bibliotek
- Admission: 100 kr
- Note: Tickets are non-refundable unless event conditions change on the organizer's part