About Ferdinand von Saar
Lived 1833 – 1906 (aged 72). Ferdinand von Saar was an Austrian poet, playwright, writer, dramaturge, politician and prose writer.
Ferdinand Ludwig Adam von Saar (30 September 1833 in Vienna, Austria – 24 July 1906 in Döbling) was an Austrian novelist, playwright and poet.
Together with Marie von Ebner-Eschenbach he was one of the most important realistic writers in the German language of the late 19th century in Austria. His work was set to music by composer Pauline Volkstein.
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Who was Ferdinand von Saar?
Austrian writer (1833-1906)
When was Ferdinand von Saar born?
Ferdinand von Saar was born on 30 September 1833 in Vienna.
When did Ferdinand von Saar die?
Ferdinand von Saar died on 24 July 1906 in Döbling, Vienna.
What was Ferdinand von Saar's occupation?
Ferdinand von Saar was a poet, playwright, writer, dramaturge, politician and prose writer.
What nationality was Ferdinand von Saar?
Ferdinand von Saar was Austrian.
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