The special book of encouragement with depth and joy of life

At Easter, much revolves around new beginnings – and around rabbits. But who says the Easter Bunny has to be young? The book "Wir alten Hasen. Courage in turbulent times" combines extraordinary texts by ten well-known personalities and celebrates the experienced, humorous, and courageous within us – the perfect gift for anyone who wants to give more than just sweets at Easter, but true inspiration. The audiobook of the same name has also been available since the beginning of February – read personally by all the authors.

Experiences from the middle of life – honest, wise, comforting

"Wir alten Hasen" gathers stories and thoughts from authors who have experienced, moved, and mastered a lot. With profound insights and a twinkle in their eye, Willy Astor, Michaela May, Konstantin Wecker, Isolde Ohlbaum, Gerald Hüther, Nomi Baumgartl, Heribert Prantl, Tilman Spengler, Anne Devillard, and Rainer Maria Schießler write about change and self-confidence, about aging, about painful and joyful things, about goodbyes and new beginnings.

"My main focus was actually on everything, but on nothing specific. The main thing was to do something, somehow just start – with flying colors and already sensing: the process is what's important, and the feeling of being able to say: This is where I belong!" Willy Astor, cabaret artist and musician

With their personal texts, the "old hands" invite us to smile at ourselves, feel understood, and at the same time feel strengthened. And all ten have taken the opportunity to record their contributions for the audiobook edition themselves.

"Only those who feel seen and accepted in their unique individuality can truly unfold the potential, talents, and gifts that lie within them." Prof. Dr. Gerald Hüther, neurobiologist and brain researcher

Courage, orientation and inspiration

Instead of chocolate in shiny foil: good stories for mind and soul. Humorous, warm-hearted, and told with the serenity that only experience can give. "Wir alten Hasen" will delight everyone who is in the prime of their life, draws new courage every day, remains curious, and wants to reinvent themselves again and again.

"I try to perceive the moment, what is happening around me right now. What is past, I carry in my heart anyway..." Michaela May, actress

The right book at the right time

With "Wir alten Hasen," editor Anna Marguerita Schön has created a collection that captures the tone of our times: worldly-wise, self-deprecating, and refreshingly calm. A (audio)book that – in view of daily bad news and political developments that raise many questions – offers guidance and a return to the essentials. And encourages all of us to find our own answers.

"The world is facing a redistribution of power and spheres of influence. Everything is in flux. Do we want to simply drift along – or do we want to exert influence? We want to! We must! This is a dictate of reason." Dr. Heribert Prantl, lawyer and publicist

"Wir alten Hasen" – for gifting, further reflection, and a shared smile.

Book:
Wir alten Hasen. Courage in turbulent times
Mankau Verlag, 1st edition October 2025
Hardcover, 13.5 × 18.5 cm, 191 pages, with bookmark
ISBN 978-3-86374-740-4
15.00 Euro (D) | 15.50 € (A)
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Audiobook:
Wir alten Hasen. Courage in turbulent times
Mankau Verlag, 1st edition February 2026
1 MP3-CD in Jewelcase, 8-page booklet, total running time approx. 212 min.
ISBN 978-3-86374-749-7
RRP 18.00 Euro (D) | 18.50 Euro (A)
Also available as download: 12.99 Euro
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