Max Rudolf Frisch was a Swiss author born in 1911 in Zurich.
He studied German literature before becoming a journalist for the Neue ZΓΌrcher Zeitung.
Frisch's works explore themes of identity, guilt, technology, and fate, often criticizing Switzerland's self-image.
His political views contrasted with the conservative newspaper he wrote for, creating a complex relationship.
Frisch traveled extensively in Europe, which influenced his writing.
He believed in the power of literature to address societal issues and challenge established norms.
His novel Homo Faber exemplifies his exploration of human nature and the limitations of rational thinking in the face of fate and emotion.
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