Elfriede Jelinek
Austrian author, Nobel Prize laureate
Born in 1946, an Austrian author and playwright, celebrated for literary works that explore themes of gender, politics, and culture. Gained international recognition for the novel "The Piano Teacher," which delves into complex relationships and psychological struggles. Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2004, highlighting contributions to literature. Works often challenge societal norms and question power dynamics.
Wrote the novel 'The Piano Teacher'
Received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2004
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Physicist, Nobel Prize in Physics 1935
Born
October 20th, 1891 134 years ago
Died
July 24th, 1974 51 years ago — 82 years old
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October 20th, 1983 42 years ago
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