Bohumil Hrabal
Born in 1914
Fiction
Bohumil Hrabal was a Czech writer born in Moravia in 1914.
He studied law and worked various jobs, including as a manual laborer, which influenced his writing.
Hrabal's works often feature "wise fools" and blend humor with profound insights.
His best-known novels include "Closely Watched Trains" and "I Served the King of England." Some of his books were banned in Czechoslovakia.
Hrabal was known for his storytelling abilities and unique writing style, often using long sentences.
He died in 1997 after falling from a hospital window.
Hrabal is considered one of the greatest Czech writers of the 20th century, with his works translated into 27 languages.
