Steen Steensen Blicher

Danish author and poet with major works

Steen Steensen Blicher - Danish author and poet with major works
Born

October 11th, 1782
243 years ago

Died

1848
177 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Denmark

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Prominent Danish author and poet, contributions include short stories and poetry reflecting the Danish landscape and life. Associated with the national romantic movement, wrote extensively about rural life, showcasing the challenges and beauty of the Danish countryside. His narratives often featured themes of nature and folklore, and included significant works such as 'Brudekroen' and 'Kjædebrevet'. Blicher's writing encapsulated the spirit of early 19th-century Denmark, earning ongoing recognition in Danish literature.

Published 'Brudekroen', a significant short story

Wrote 'Kjædebrevet', an influential poem

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