Günter Grass

German novelist and Nobel Prize laureate

Günter Grass - German novelist and Nobel Prize laureate
Born

October 16th, 1927
97 years ago

Died

April 13th, 2015
9 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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A prominent figure in German literature, created significant works that explored the social and political issues of post-World War II Germany. The Tin Drum, published in 1959, gained international acclaim and won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1999. Grass's writing often combined elements of fiction and autobiography, illustrating the complexities of German identity. Additionally, he engaged in political activism throughout his life, adding a public voice to his literary endeavors. His contributions spanned multiple genres, including poetry and plays, further establishing his legacy in the arts.

Published The Tin Drum in 1959

Won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1999

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