Mika Waltari
Born in 1908
Contemporary
Crime
Historical Fiction
Mika Toimi Waltari was a prolific Finnish writer best known for his historical novel The Egyptian.
Born in Helsinki in 1908, he studied theology before pursuing literature.
Waltari's diverse literary career included novels, novellas, poetry, plays, and non-fiction.
He gained international recognition with The Egyptian in 1945, which became a bestseller and was adapted into a Hollywood film.
Waltari's works often explored themes of pessimism and corruption in materialistic societies.
He received numerous accolades, including membership in the Finnish Academy and an honorary doctorate.
His writings have been translated into over 40 languages, making him one of Finland's most internationally renowned authors.
