Sarah Kirsch

German poet and author of 'The Last Garden'

Sarah Kirsch - German poet and author of 'The Last Garden'
Born

April 16th, 1935
89 years ago

Died

May 5th, 2013
11 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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A significant figure in German literature, contributed to the post-World War II literary scene. Published numerous poetry collections and prose works, exploring themes of nature, identity, and the human experience. Early works reflected on the impact of political changes in Germany. Spent time in East Germany, where her writing was influenced by the political climate. Later moved to West Germany, where she gained wider recognition. Also engaged in translation, introducing German literature to international audiences.

Published 'The Last Garden' in 1990

Awarded the Joseph Breitbach Prize in 1992

Received the Schiller Memorial Prize in 1996

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