Renowned German Poet Jürgen Becker Passes Away at 92

Jürgen Becker, a celebrated figure in contemporary German literature, died peacefully at home in Cologne.

Jürgen Becker, a prominent poet, prose author, and playwright, died at the age of 92 in his Cologne residence.
Becker's literary work was deeply influenced by his experiences during World War II and the German reunification.
He was a recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Georg-Büchner-Preis in 2014 for his innovative contributions to literature.
Becker's writing is noted for its exploration of the boundaries between poetry and prose, characterized by its subtle and sensory language.
His final work, a poetry collection titled 'Nachspielzeit. Sätze und Gedichte,' was published earlier this year.