Wilhelm Meyer-Förster

Wilhelm Meyer-Förster, also known as Samar Gregorow (12 June 1862, Hannover, Kingdom of Hanover – 17 March 1934, Heringsdorf), was a German novelist and playwright.

The son of a bookseller, he first studied law, then the history of art.

He later decided upon a literary career.

He reached his height of popularity at the beginning of the 20th century.

Alt Heidelberg (Old Heidelberg in English), his best-known work, was adapted many times on film and as the Sigmund Romberg operetta The Student Prince.