Petra Morsbach

German author, known for literature works

Petra Morsbach - German author, known for literature works
Born

June 1st, 1956
68 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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Born in 1956, an author from Germany focused on crafting literary narratives. Works explore themes of identity and society, showcasing a unique narrative style. Morsbach's writings have contributed significantly to contemporary German literature, blending personal experience with broader societal issues. The author participated in various literary festivals and has received several awards for literary excellence.

Published novels include 'Der Wüstenplanet' and 'Schwimmen'

Received the Lyrikpreis of the city of Mainz in 2008

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