died 1942
Stefan Zweig was an Austrian writer, playwright, and essayist born on November 28, 1881, in Vienna. He became one of the most significant authors of the early 20th century, known for his novels, short stories, and biographies, including works like "The Royal Game" and "Marie Antoinette." Zweig's writing often explored themes of identity, crisis, and the impact of historical events on individual lives, and he ultimately fled Europe during the rise of the Nazis, leading to his tragic death in exile in 1942.