With Jim Button, Momo and The Neverending Story, Michael Ende (1929-1995) created timeless classics of children's and young adult literature, translated into more than 40 languages and with more than 35 million copies sold, which continue to captivate readers of all ages. This makes him one of the most successful German authors of the 20th century.
Michael Ende's biography was not without its unexpected twists and turns, but his life was always dedicated to art and creativity in various forms. The richly illustrated exhibition presents the key stages of his life and work, offering a vivid insight into his development as a writer and his most emblematic works.