Heinrich von Kleist
German author and poet
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About Heinrich von Kleist
German writer and poet Bernd Heinrich Wilhelm von Kleist’s fame rests on the mastery he employed in his theatre productions such as, “Das Käthchen von Heilbronn" and " Penthesilea". His books “Penthesilea" and "The Marquise of O" also made waves in the literacy world.
Early Life
The author was born to Joachim Fredrich Von Kleist and Juliane Ulrike and lived most of his youth in Germany. He enlisted in the Prussian Army in 1792 and later studied law and philosophy at the Viadrina University (located in today’s Germany).
Career
Kleist published a number of novels and short pieces in his career. He published "Michael Kohlhaas. Aus einer alten Chronik" in 1808 along with "Die Marquise von O". The author went on to create more compelling write ups such as "Der Zweikampf" in 1811. He has written a number of plays such as "Amphitryon" in 1807 and "Die Hermannsschlacht" in 1809.
Personal Life and Death
The author was in a relationship with Henriette Vogel in 1811.
In 1811, aged 34, he shot himself to death. His death came in the same year he lost Vogel to cancer.
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F.A.Q. about Heinrich von Kleist
When is his birthday?
Heinrich von Kleist's birthday is on October 18, 1777.
In how many days is his birthday?
Heinrich von Kleist's birthday is in 176 days
How old was Heinrich von Kleist when he died?
He was 34 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 21, 1811.
How old would he be today?
Heinrich von Kleist would be 246 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Heinrich von Kleist from?
He was born in Frankfurt an der Oder, Prussia.