Martin Andersen Nexø
Danish journalist and author of Pelle Erobreren
Born
June 26th, 1869
156 years ago
Died
June 1st, 1954
71 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Denmark
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Born in 1869, a journalist and author contributed significantly to Danish literature. His most acclaimed work, 'Pelle Erobreren', depicted the life of a poor peasant boy in the late 19th century and reached audiences worldwide. The novel explored themes of social injustice and the struggle for workers' rights. This author also wrote numerous articles addressing social issues, influencing public opinion in Denmark. His writing, marked by realism, often reflected the hardships of the working class. He engaged in political discussions and was active in the labor movement, using literature as a platform to advocate for societal change.
Authored 'Pelle Erobreren'
Contributed to social discourse through journalism
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