Wolfgang Borchert

The Profile

German author (1921–1947) known for short stories, poems and the play Draußen vor der Tür. Central figure of Trümmerliteratur; his work depicts the ruins and moral aftermath of World War II.

Associated with Trümmerliteratur; best-known short story 'Das Brot' and the play 'Draußen vor der Tür'; praised for sparse, paratactic prose and moral intensity; died young.

The single provided review praises Borchert's small but powerful output as central to Trümmerliteratur. It highlights 'Il Pane (Das Brot)' as a representative short story about sacrifice and hunger. The prose is noted for its sparse, paratactic style and strong moral force. The reviewer also recommends 'Die Küchenuhr' for further reading.