Frank Wedekind

Personal Info

Known For

Writing

Gender

Male

Birthday

July 24, 1864

Died

March 9, 1918 (53 years old)

Place of Birth

Hannover, Germany

Frank Wedekind

Biography

Benjamin Franklin Wedekind, usually known as Frank Wedekind, was a German playwright, author and chansonnier. His work, which often criticizes bourgeois attitudes, particularly towards sex, is considered to anticipate expressionism and was influential in the development of epic theatre.

Known For

Writing