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Meša Selimović was a prominent Yugoslav writer, born in Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina, in 1910, when it was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. He pursued studies in Serbian language and literature at the University of Belgrade. Throughout his career, he held various positions, including high school teacher, university professor, and director of drama at the National Theatre in Sarajevo. Selimović is best known for his philosophical novels, particularly "Derviš i smrt" (The Dervish and Death), published in 1966, and "Tvrđava" (The Fortress), published in 1970. His literary works frequently delve into profound themes such as the search for identity, the nature of freedom, the complexities of justice, and the individual's existential struggle against the constraints of society and destiny. Often set against the backdrop of historical Ottoman Bosnia, his narratives explore the human condition with deep psychological insight and a distinctive narrative voice. He was a respected member of the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts and received several literary awards for his contributions. Selimović passed away in Belgrade, Yugoslavia, in 1982.
Notable works: Derviš i smrt, Tvrđava, Ostrvo, Magla i mjesečina, Sjećanja
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