Henrik Pontoppidan
Henrik Pontoppidan was a prominent Danish author, born in 1857 and awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1917. He is renowned for his naturalistic novels that explore the complexities of Danish society and the human condition. His writing often reflects the tensions between tradition and modernity, and he is celebrated for his keen psychological insight and detailed character portrayals. Pontoppidan's work remains significant in the landscape of Scandinavian literature, and he is remembered for his contributions to the understanding of Danish identity and social issues.
Born on Jul 24, 1857 (168 years old)
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Henrik Pontoppidan wrote about the return of Southern Jutland to Denmark after World War I.
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