Peter Rühmkorf
German writer and poet
Born
October 25th, 1929
95 years ago
Died
2008
17 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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Authored numerous poetry collections and novels, contributing significantly to contemporary German literature. Notable works include 'Der Prominente' and 'Die Flügel der Nacht', which exhibit a blending of personal and political themes. Awarded prestigious literary honors, including the William-Lehmann-Preis and the Friedrich Hölderlin Prize for exemplifying literary excellence. His writing often reflected the complexities of post-war Germany and explored existential themes, making him a prominent figure in the literary landscape.
Published the poetry collection 'Der Prominente'
Received the Friedrich Hölderlin Prize
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