Karl May

Karl May

author Germany

Karl May was a German author best known for his adventure novels set in the American Old West and the Orient, particularly his characters such as Old Shatterhand and Winnetou, which have had a lasting impact on popular culture and perceptions of these regions.

Born on Feb 25, 1842 (183 years old)

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Uruguay Uruguay: Vargas Llosa enjoyed the adventure stories of Karl May during his childhood. 7

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El Observador: Muere Mario Vargas Llosa, el último monstruo sagrado de la literatura latinoamericana

Spain Spain: Karl May's stories were favored by Hitler, reflecting his literary preferences. 5

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Austria Austria: Karl May is known for his novels featuring the character Hadschi Halef Omar. 8

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Der Standard: Ayubs Stück "Weiße Witwe" dreht dem Orientalismus eine lange Nase - Bühne

Austria Austria: Karl May is known for his novels featuring the character Hadschi Halef Omar. 6

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Der Standard: Ayubs Stück "Weiße Witwe" dreht dem Orientalismus eine lange Nase - Bühne