Conrad Ferdinand Meyer
Swiss historical novelist and poet
- Lived
- 1825–1898
- Country
- Switzerland
Updated September 2026
About Conrad Ferdinand Meyer
Conrad Ferdinand Meyer was a Swiss poet and historical novelist, a master of literary realism who is mainly remembered for stirring narrative ballads like "Die Füße im Feuer".
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