Dorothe Engelbretsdatter

Norwegian author and poet of Baroque era

Dorothe Engelbretsdatter - Norwegian author and poet of Baroque era
Born

January 16th, 1634
391 years ago

Died

February 19th, 1716
309 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Norway

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Contributed significantly to Baroque literature in Norway. Authored several poems and religious texts that reflected the themes of her time. Her works often emphasized faith, morality, and the struggles of life. Engelbretsdatter is credited with the first published book of poetry by a Norwegian woman, marking a significant moment in Norwegian literary history. She also worked as a translator, bringing various texts to the Norwegian audience. Engelbretsdatter lived during the 17th century in a time when women's literary contributions were often overlooked.

Published the first book of poetry by a Norwegian woman

Translated various religious and literary texts

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