Hannover Messe as Novel Material: Pioneer Fights for Women

<p>The Hannover Messe has been regarded as a showcase of industry for decades – but for a scientist who is counted among the pioneers of her field, the fairground also became the backdrop for a completely different struggle. In her novels, she processes experiences from a time when women in technical and academic professions still encountered massive resistance. Her literary work is thus far more than entertainment: it is a mirror of social realities that continue to have an impact today.</p>