| Full Name |
Robert Maynard Pirsig |
| Date of Birth |
22 September 1928 |
| Place of Birth |
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA |
| Date of Death |
24 April 2017 |
| Place of Death |
South St. Paul, Minnesota, USA |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
United States |
| Education |
University of Minnesota, St. John's University |
| Profession |
Author, Philosopher |
| Years of Activity |
1958 - 2017 |
| Brief Information |
Robert Pirsig was an American writer and philosopher best known for his philosophical novels *Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance* and *Lila: An Inquiry into Morals*. These works explore themes of metaphysics, quality, and the nature of reality, resonating with a wide readership for their introspective and existential inquiries. His writing offered a unique blend of personal narrative and philosophical exploration, influencing discussions on values and consciousness. |