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Karl Giesriegl is an author working in the field of narrative non-fiction. His writing focuses on themes such as death, memory, and the limits of representation, combining meticulous research with a reflective, essayistic style.
He has developed projects that bridge literature, philosophy, and documentary approaches, often exploring how factual material can open broader existential and cultural questions. His work is characterized by a precise, understated tone and an interest in subjects that are difficult to articulate.
Alongside his writing, Giesriegl is involved in interdisciplinary artistic practices, including collaborations that connect text with visual and performative forms.
He is currently working on a non-fiction book project examining causes of death as a way to reflect on human understanding of mortality.
Karl Giesriegl, born in Innsbruck, Austria, lives in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Raised in a family of printers and publishers, he trained as a typographer before going on to study at the Historical Institute of the University of Vienna. In 2002 he received a PhD in history and philosophy. Since then, he has worked as a historian, a book author, and as director of Mezrab, the biggest storytelling theatre in Europe.
Publications
- Home. The Mezrab Book (editor), Mezrab, 2025
- Coffeeshop Guide Amsterdam (3 editions, 12,000+ copies)
- Severin, novel (2014, German)
- Druckwerke und Werbemittel herstellen (2007, 4 editions)
- Academic publications (1995–2005)
