Stefan Hertmans

Stefan Hertmans is a Belgian author, essayist, and screenwriter. He was born in 1972 in Ghent, Belgium. Hertmans is known for his literary fiction and non-fiction works, which often explore themes of identity, history, and human relationships. He has written several novels, including "War and Turpentine" and "The Electric Century". Hertmans has received several awards for his writing, including the prestigious Gouden Stip award. He is also a professor at the University of Ghent. Hertmans is active on Twitter and has a website where he publishes his essays and articles.