Bestselling author Susanne Popp will present her historical novel “Melodie der neuen Welt – Auftakt in New York” during an author reading at the Katholisches Pfarrheim Böhl in Böhl-Iggelheim on September 14 at 7:30 p.m., according to announcements from local organizers. The event is organized by the Katholische Öffentliche Büchereien Böhl und Iggelheim.
The new book serves as the opening volume of a historical two-part series that charts the migration of the Steinweg family from Germany to New York and their eventual rise to global prominence under the legendary “Steinway” piano brand name. Popp’s narrative focuses particularly on the women within the family dynasty who contributed to the commercial and artistic success of the enterprise.
For more than a decade, Popp has explored family histories and corporate trajectories through historical fiction. Her previous works include the bestselling trilogy “Die Teehändlerin,” which centered on the Ronnefeldt tea enterprise, and the two-part series “Loreley.” In her writing, Popp blends documented historical details with fictional elements to examine themes of identity, heritage, family expectation, and tradition.
Event Details and Venue Information
The reading takes place at the Katholisches Pfarrheim Böhl, located at Kirchenstraße 13 in Böhl-Iggelheim. Admission to the September 14 event is free of charge, though organizers noted that donations are welcome. The presentation begins at 7:30 p.m.
Attendees and local literature enthusiasts can check for any further community updates or scheduling notices through the Katholische Öffentliche Büchereien Böhl und Iggelheim.
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