Klaus Mann

Klaus Mann, son of Thomas Mann, gained posthumous fame for his novel *Mephisto*, which stirred considerable controversy. Forced to flee Germany in the 1930s due to the Nazi regime, Mann explored themes of identity, artistic integrity, and moral compromise in the face of oppressive political forces. His writing is marked by a sharp psychological insight into his characters and a keen sense of dramatic tension. Mann's literary legacy lies in his unflinching examination of the artist's role within a turbulent society.