Werner Morlang

1949–2015 (age 66)

Biography

Werner Morlang enriched Swiss letters through his precise translations, offering German-speaking readers access to voices from around the world while honoring each author’s original rhythm and meaning. His linguistic care, coupled with the elegance of his prose, made him a bridge between cultures and a champion of nuanced expression.

Morlang’s calm intellect and compassionate ear nurtured a lively literary community; those who remember him speak of his tireless generosity and carry his spirit with them to Cemetery Sihlfeld, where he rests among fellow guardians of the written word.

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