Eva Hesse
German translator, literary critic, writer, and essayist (1925–2020)
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Summary
Eva Hesse was born on March 2, 1925[1], in Berlin[2]. She died on March 30, 2020[3], in Munich[4]. She worked as a translator[5], writer[6], literary critic[7], essayist[8], and English–German translator[9]. She is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[10]
Key Facts
- Father: Fritz Hesse[11]
- Country of citizenship: Germany[12]
- Occupation: literary translator[13]
- Award received: Friedrich-Märker-Preis[14], Johann Heinrich Voß Prize for Translation[15], Leipzig Book Fair Prize/Translation[16], honorary doctor of the University of Munich[17], Schwabing Art Prize[18], Paul Scheerbart Prize[19]
- Sex or gender: female[20]
- Family name: Hesse[21]
- Given name: Eva[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: German[23]
FAQs
Where was Eva Hesse born?
Eva Hesse was born in Berlin[2].
Where did Eva Hesse die?
Eva Hesse died in Munich[4].
Who were Eva Hesse's parents?
Eva Hesse's father was Fritz Hesse[11].
What did Eva Hesse do for work?
Eva Hesse worked as a translator[5], writer[6], literary critic[7], essayist[8], and English–German translator[9].
What awards did Eva Hesse receive?
Honors received include Friedrich-Märker-Preis[14], Johann Heinrich Voß Prize for Translation[15], Leipzig Book Fair Prize/Translation[16], and honorary doctor of the University of Munich[17].