Herman Koch | |
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 Herman Koch in 2015 | |
| Born | 5 September 1953 Arnhem, Netherlands |
| Pen name | Menno Voorhof |
| Occupation | Writer, actor |
| Period | 1984–present |
| Notable works | The Dinner (2009) |
| Spouse | Amalia |
| Children | 1 |
| Website | |
| www.hermankoch.com | |
 Literature portal | |
Herman Koch (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈɦɛrmɑŋ ˈkɔx]; born 5 September 1953) is a Dutch writer and actor. He has written short stories, novels, and columns. His best-selling novel The Dinner (2009) has been translated into 21 languages. He has acted for radio, television, and film. He co-created the long-running TV series Jiskefet (1990–2005).