Jan Wolkers Biography
October 26, 1925 – October 19, 2007
Jan Hendrik Wolkers stands as a significant voice in post-war Dutch literature, noted for his strikingly direct and unvarnished depictions of human experience, particularly sexuality. His prose is characterized by a raw honesty and vivid language that immerses the reader. Wolkers's work explores profound themes with a unique literary style that has cemented his place among the era's most influential writers.






