Hugo von Hofmannsthal
Austrian novelist, librettist, poet, dramatist (1874–1929)
Hugo von Hofmannsthal was born on February 1, 1874 in Vienna and died on July 15, 1929 in Rodaun, aged 55. Recorded occupations: novelist, librettist, poet, playwright, writer and screenwriter. Country of citizenship: Austria, Cisleithania and Germany. Associated movements: Young Vienna, Wiener Moderne and fin de siècle. Notable works include “Jedermann”, “Der Rosenkavalier” and “Elektra”. Educated at University of Vienna and Akademisches Gymnasium. Member of Young Vienna.
- Born
- February 1, 1874 · Vienna
- Died
- July 15, 1929 · Rodaun
- Age at death
- 55
- Citizenship
- Austria, Cisleithania, Germany
- Occupations
- novelist, librettist, poet, playwright, writer, screenwriter
- Movements
- Young Vienna, Wiener Moderne, fin de siècle
- Notable works
- Jedermann, Der Rosenkavalier, Elektra
- Education
- University of Vienna, Akademisches Gymnasium
- Wikipedia editions
- 48 languages
- Signature licence
- Public domain
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