Heinrich Böll
Heinrich Böll was a prominent German author of the post-World War II era.
His works, including novels, short stories, and essays, often critiqued the young Federal Republic of Germany.
Böll received the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1972, becoming the first German-born recipient since 1946.
His most famous works include "Billiards at Half-past Nine," "The Clown," and "Group Portrait with Lady." Böll's writing, characterized by its broad perspective and sensitive characterization, contributed significantly to the renewal of German literature.
His political engagement and collaborations with his wife as translators of English works further enhanced his influence on post-war European literature.
