Daniel Kehlmann
Daniel Kehlmann is a German-language author known for his works of fiction that often blend historical themes with philosophical questions. Born on January 13, 1975, in Munich, Germany, he gained international fame with his novel 'Measuring the World' (Die Vermessung der Welt), which has been translated into many languages and became one of the biggest-selling German novels since World War II. Kehlmann's writing is characterized by its narrative innovation, wit, and complexity.
Books
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1. Measuring the World
"Measuring the World" is a historical novel that reimagines the lives of two brilliant and driven men, German mathematician Carl Friedrich Gauss and German geographer Alexander von Humboldt. The narrative alternates between the two protagonists, exploring their individual quests to quantify and understand the world. Gauss, a child prodigy from a poor family, rises to become one of the greatest mathematicians in history, while Humboldt, a wealthy and ambitious explorer, embarks on a five-year journey across South America. Their paths converge in a humorous and touching manner, highlighting the contrast between their approaches to knowledge and discovery.
