Michael Ende

The Profile

German author (1929–1995) best known for children's fantasy such as The Neverending Story (Die unendliche Geschichte), Momo, and the Jim Knopf series.

Michael Ende (1929–1995) was a German author whose work for children and young adults often centres on imagination, storytelling and the interplay between reader and story. Notable titles include Die unendliche Geschichte (The Neverending Story), Momo and the Jim Knopf books.

The available review praises Michael Ende's ability to summon childhood dreams and a rich fantasy world. It focuses on The Neverending Story (La Storia Infinita), its characters (Bastian, Atreiu, Artax, Falcor) and the rescue of Fantasia. The tone is wistful and celebratory of imagination.