Samuel Beckett

Samuel Beckett was an Irish playwright, novelist, and poet, widely regarded as one of the most influential writers of the 20th century. He is best known for his absurdist plays, particularly 'Waiting for Godot,' which explore themes of existentialism, the human condition, and the futility of life. Beckett was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1969.

Dublin, Ireland Apr 13, 1906 Wikipedia
Absurdist theatre Modernist literature Existentialism