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Adolf Frey: Biography, Facts and Career

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Adolf Frey (18 February 1855, Küttigen – 12 February 1920, Zurich) was a Swiss writer and literary historian. The son of popular writer Jakob Frey (1824–1875), he studied at various universities, including from 1879 to 1881 literature and history at the University of Leipzig. In 1882, he became a German teacher at the high school in Aarau and in 1898 professor of German literature at the University of Zurich. He died at age 64, from cancer.

Quick facts about Adolf Frey

  • Full name: Adolf Frey
  • Born: 1855-02-18
  • Nationality: Switzerland
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q124151

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Who is Adolf Frey?

Adolf Frey (18 February 1855, Küttigen – 12 February 1920, Zurich) was a Swiss writer and literary historian. The son of popular writer Jakob Frey (1824–1875), he studied at various universities, including from 1879 to 1881 literature and history at the University of Leipzig. In 1882, he became a German teacher at the high school in Aarau and in 1898 professor of German literature at the University of Zurich.

What nationality is Adolf Frey?

Adolf Frey is Switzerland.

When was Adolf Frey born?

Adolf Frey was born on 1855-02-18.

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