Wilhelm Hauff

Wilhelm Hauff

German poet and novelist

Died aged 24SagittariusKingdom of Württemberg

Biography

Wilhelm Hauff (29 November 1802 – 18 November 1827) was a German poet and novelist known for his stories and novels. Raised in Stuttgart and educated in Tübingen, he wrote fairy tales such as Der kleine Muck (Little Muck) and Das kalte Herz (Heart of Stone), the historical romance Lichtenstein, and the parody Der Mann im Mond (The Man in the Moon). He died of typhoid fever at age 24. Blending exotic and fantastic motifs with German settings, his tales remain popular in German-speaking countries.

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Career highlights

Notable works

  • The Story of Caliph Stork

Family

Spouse(s)
Luise Hauff
Children
Wilhelmine Hauff
Parents
August Friederich HauffWilhelmine Hauff
Siblings
Hermann Hauff

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Wilhelm Hauff died on November 18, 1827 at the age of 24.
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Wilhelm Hauff was born on November 29, 1802.
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Wilhelm Hauff was born in Stuttgart.
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Wilhelm Hauff's zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
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Wilhelm Hauff is a citizen of Kingdom of Württemberg.
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Wilhelm Hauff is known as poet, lyricist, children's writer, writer.
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According to Wikidata, Wilhelm Hauff's spouse is or was Luise Hauff.
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Wikidata lists 1 child of Wilhelm Hauff.

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