The International Book Fair and Literary Festival Book World Prague 2026

The International Book Fair and Literary Festival Book World Prague 2026 launches today.
Luxembourg writer Claude Schmit will perform on three occasions:

Friday 15. 5. 2026, 16:00, European Square

“Écrire en français”: Exploring Multilingual Europe

What does it mean to choose French as a language of creation? For Lenka Horňáková-Civade, Renata Libal, and Claude Schmit, how does writing in French reflect multilingual Europe, where languages meet and expand artistic expression beyond borders?

In French, simultaneous translation to Czech

In cooperation with Institut français de Prague and the Embassy of Switzerland

Saturday 16. 5. 2026, 13:00, European Square

European cultural heritage and contemporary challenges

European cultural heritage is not only about the past—it also shapes our present. This discussion explores how traditions, historical sites, and shared values can be protected while remaining meaningful in a rapidly changing and globalized world. Discussion by Marie-Josée Kerschen (Luxembourg), Claude Schmit (Luxembourg), Clemens Meyer (Germany) a Didi Drobna (Austria)

In German, simultaneous translation to Czech

In cooperation with EUNIC Prague, Goethe-Institut Prague and Austrian Cultural Forum.

Saturday 16. 5. 2026, 16:00, Josef Škvorecký Hall

Claude Schmit: Nietzsche, mon ami

Luxembourgish philosopher, actor, theatre director and radio host Claude Schmit skilfully combines philosophical questions with fictional narrative in his novels. In Prague he will present his latest novel "Nietzsche, mon ami".

In French, translation to Czech

More info: International Book Fair and Literary Festival Book World Prague
Tickets: Svět knihy Praha — 14.-17. 5. 2026, Výstaviště Praha