Karl May

Karl May was born on February 25, 1842 in Germany. A German-born writer, he is known for his adventure novels set in the Old American West and featuring the characters of Winnetou and Old Shatterhand. He also published several novels with Asian, Middle Eastern, South American, and European settings.
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As per our current Database, Karl May has been died on Mar 30, 1912 (age 70).

🎂 Karl May - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

When Karl May die, Karl May was 70 years old.

Popular As Karl May
Occupation Novelist
Age 70 years old
Zodiac Sign Pisces
Born February 25, 1842 (Germany)
Birthday February 25
Town/City Germany
Nationality Germany

🌙 Zodiac

Karl May’s zodiac sign is Pisces. According to astrologers, Pisces are very friendly, so they often find themselves in a company of very different people. Pisces are selfless, they are always willing to help others, without hoping to get anything back. Pisces is a Water sign and as such this zodiac sign is characterized by empathy and expressed emotional capacity.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Karl May was born in the Year of the Tiger. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Tiger are authoritative, self-possessed, have strong leadership qualities, are charming, ambitious, courageous, warm-hearted, highly seductive, moody, intense, and they’re ready to pounce at any time. Compatible with Horse or Dog.

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About

A German-born Writer, he is known for his adventure novels set in the Old American West and featuring the characters of Winnetou and Old Shatterhand. He also published several novels with Asian, Middle Eastern, South American, and European settings.

Before Fame

As a result of his acts of Juvenile delinquency, he was confined to a workhouse for several years. After completing his sentence, he worked as an Editor in a publishing house.

Trivia

He waited until late in his life to visit the exotic places featured in his literary works.

Family Life

He was one of fourteen children born to poor German weavers. He married Emma Pollmer in 1880.

Associated With

He and James Bruce are both known for their travel writing.

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