author
Hugo von Hofmannsthal
1874–1929
A brilliant voice of fin-de-siècle Vienna, he became famous very young and went on to shape modern Austrian literature and opera. His writing moves easily between poetry, drama, essays, and libretti, often blending beauty, reflection, and psychological depth.
6 Audiobooks
Gedichte
by Hugo von Hofmannsthal
Jedermann: Das Spiel vom Sterben des reichen Mannes
by Hugo von Hofmannsthal
Der Schwierige: Lustspiel in drei Akten
by Hugo von Hofmannsthal
Der Tor und der Tod
by Hugo von Hofmannsthal
Der Tod des Tizian. Idylle. Zwei Dichtungen
by Hugo von Hofmannsthal
Jokamies : Vanha näytelmä rikkaan miehen kuolemasta
by Hugo von Hofmannsthal
About the author
Born in Vienna in 1874, Hugo von Hofmannsthal emerged as a literary prodigy, publishing admired poems while still a teenager. He became one of the key writers of the German-speaking fin de siècle, known for lyrical language, subtle thought, and an unusual ability to move between genres.
He wrote poetry, plays, prose, and essays, but he is also widely remembered for his work as a librettist. His collaboration with composer Richard Strauss produced some of the best-known operas of the early 20th century, including Der Rosenkavalier, Elektra, and Ariadne auf Naxos.
Hofmannsthal also helped shape Austrian cultural life beyond the page: he was one of the founders of the Salzburg Festival. He died in 1929, but his work still stands out for its musical language, emotional intelligence, and deep feeling for art, memory, and the passing of time.