Martin Suter, a renowned Swiss author, was born on February 29, 1948, in the vibrant city of Zürich. Prior to establishing himself as a prominent literary figure, Suter gained widespread recognition for his weekly columns, Business Class, which initially appeared in the Weltwoche newspaper from 1992 to 2004 and are now published in the Tages-Anzeiger. Additionally, he writes a column for NZZ Folio, and his columns have been compiled into nine books.
Throughout his illustrious career, Suter has authored a total of fourteen novels, four stage plays, and seven screenplays, garnering numerous awards for his outstanding work. His creative endeavors have been met with immense success, allowing him to transition from a career in advertising, where he worked as a copywriter and creative director, to a full-time writing profession in 1991.
Suter's breakthrough novel, Small World, was published in 1997 by Diogenes Verlag, marking a significant milestone in his writing career. Today, he resides in both Spain and Guatemala, surrounded by the rich cultural influences that continue to inspire his work.
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