Peter Härtling 1933 – 2017

Biography

Peter Härtling was born on November 13, 1933, in Chemnitz, Germany, during a transformative period in European history. He would go on to become a respected German writer whose work contributed to the literary landscape of his nation across several decades of his life.

Throughout his career, Härtling dedicated himself to the written word, crafting works that reflected his perspective and experiences as a twentieth-century German author. His literary contributions spanned much of the latter half of the twentieth century, establishing him as a significant voice in German letters during a time of considerable cultural and political change.

On July 10, 2017, Peter Härtling passed away in Rüsselsheim am Main at the age of 83, following heart failure. His death marked the end of a long life devoted to his craft, leaving behind a body of literary work that continues as his legacy. Härtling’s career stands as a testament to the enduring power of German literature and the important role writers play in shaping cultural memory and artistic expression across generations.