Edwin Erich Dwinger (1898-1981)
Dwinger achieved fame for his works spanning the Weimar Republic, the Nazi era, and post-war Germany. Despite initial success as a literary figure, Dwinger's alignment with nationalist and fascist ideals during the Nazi regime tarnished his legacy.
During World War II, Dwinger served as a war correspondent, producing propaganda materials for the Nazi regime. However, his later criticisms of Nazi policies, especially regarding occupied territories, led to a falling out with the regime's leadership.
After the war, Dwinger faced repercussions for his collaboration with the Nazis but continued to write, focusing on nationalist and anti-communist themes. Despite controversy, his literary contributions remain significant, reflecting the complex intersection of politics and literature in turbulent times.![]() |
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Edwin Erich DwingerEdwin Erich Dwinger war ein deutscher Schriftsteller. Er publizierte in der Weimarer Republik, in der Zeit des Nationalsozialismus und in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland. Seine Werke wurden in über zwölf Sprachen übersetzt und erreichten eine Gesamtauflage von zwei Millionen Exemplaren. Er gilt als „Prototyp eines nationalistischen und faschistischen Schriftstellers“. .. weiterlesen