Georges Hausemer facts for kids
Georges Hausemer (born February 1, 1957 – died August 13, 2018) was a talented writer from Luxembourg. He wrote many different kinds of books, like short stories, novels, and travel guides. He also translated books from French, English, Spanish, and even Luxembourgish into German. Sometimes, he used a special pen name, Theo Selmer, and he was also an illustrator, drawing pictures for books.
About Georges Hausemer
Georges Hausemer was born in Differdange, Luxembourg, on February 1, 1957. He went to college to study journalism and languages in Salzburg and Mainz.
Since 1984, he worked on his own as a writer, translator, and travel writer. He lived in Esch-sur-Alzette. He often wrote articles and reports for newspapers in Luxembourg and other countries. He loved to travel a lot and wrote many books about his journeys.
His Books
Georges Hausemer wrote both non-fiction and fiction books. Non-fiction books are about real facts and events, while fiction books are made-up stories.
Non-fiction Books
- D'Stad Lëtzebuerg (The City of Luxembourg) - Excursions and Impressions. This book explores the city of Luxembourg with photos by Rob Kieffer. Editions Guy Binsfeld, 2000.
- Echternach: Entdecken – Découvrir – Discover. This book is about the town of Echternach, with photos by Guy Hoffmann. Editions Guy Binsfeld, 2005.
- Culinary Luxembourg: Country, People & Cuisine. This book shares information about Luxembourg's food, people, and culture, with photos by Guy Hoffman. Editions Guy Binsfeld, 2009.
Fiction Books
- Die Gesetze der Schwerkraft (The Laws of Gravity). Editions Phi, 1995.
- Die Tote aus Arlon (The Dead Woman from Arlon). Gollenstein Verlag, 1997.
- Iwwer Waasser (Above Water). Roman, Editions Phi, 1998.
