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Mann, Thomas

(1875-1955) German writer. Thomas Mann was the winner of the 1929 Nobel Laureate in Literature principially for his great novel, "Buddenbrooks," which has won steadily increased recognition.

German Language: Thomas Mann

"Thomas Mann's first great literary success was the novel 'Buddenbrooks' (1901), for which he would later receive a Nobel Prize (1929)."

Yale Collection

Describes the manuscripts housed in the university's Mann archive. Find extensive information on other German authors, both modern and classic.

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