Wolfgang Hildesheimer

Wolfgang Hildesheimer (December 9, 1916 - August 21 1991) is a German author who incorporates the theater of the absurd. Trained as an artist, he turned to writing.

Related Topics:
December 9 - 1916 - August 21 - 1991 - German - Author - Theater of the absurd

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After World War II, Hildesheimer left Germany in a state of shock and denial. He sought to address the problems of his native Germany through his works.

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His works include:

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• Mozart (1977), a biography
• Marbot (1981), a fictional biography
• Lieblose Legenden (Uncharitable Legends), novels