Heinrich Wilhelm von Kleist
1777-1811Heinrich Wilhelm von Kleist was a prominent German playwright, novelist, essayist, and journalist of the 19th century.
Heinrich Wilhelm von Kleist was a prominent German playwright, novelist, essayist, and journalist of the 19th century.
Heinrich Wilhelm von Kleist was a prominent German playwright, novelist, essayist, and journalist of the 19th century.
Born on October 18, 1777, in Frankfurt (Oder), Kleist is known for his profound exploration of human nature and his focus on existential themes in his works.
Some of his most famous works include 'The Prince of Homburg,' 'The Marquise of O,' and 'Penthesilea.' Throughout his life, Kleist struggled with depression and emotional instability, and ultimately, in 1811, he died in a suicide pact with a close friend.
Despite his short life, his work has left an indelible mark on German literature, and his legacy endures to this day..