Eduard Vilde

About

Renowned Estonian writer of the late Nineteenth and early Twentieth centuries. His revered works include The War in Mahtra and The Milkman from Maekula.

Before Fame

His first novel, Musta Mantliga Mees, was published in 1886. The work was followed in 1888 by Kuhu Paike ei Paista.

Trivia

His literary works touch on themes of socialism and materialism.

Family Life

He was raised on his father's farm in Pudivere, Estonia. He traveled widely throughout his life.

Associated With

He and poet Juhan Liiv were both natives of Estonia.