A World History of Switzerland

In France and Italy, this approach has been around for some time: a history that does not end at the nation’s borders, but tells the story of their countries within a global context. Now Switzerland is following suit with its ‘World History’. In 121 essays, renowned authors paint a broad transnational picture. Entertaining and multifaceted, the ‘World History of Switzerland’ sheds new light on the country and its global interconnections.
The book is published by the Swiss Society for Economic and Social History under the editorship of Véronique Dasen, Thomas David, Brigitte Studer and Simon Teuscher.

Panel discussion on a form of historiography that transcends national borders, featuring: Caspar Hirschi, Professor of General History, University of St Gallen; Laura Rieschbieter, Professor of the History of Capitalism, University of Basel; Mandy Abou Shoak, social worker, Member of the Zurich Cantonal Parliament; Heidi Z’graggen, political scientist, Member of the Council of States for the Canton of Uri

Moderator: Marc Tribelhorn, editor at the NZZ

Admission is free, but booking is compulsory.

Following the event, there will be a book signing and drinks reception. The event is being held in collaboration with the publisher Hier & Jetzt.