What Happened This Year 1833

Born in 1833

Jonas Lie

Norwegian author and playwright
Born
1833 192 years ago
Died
July 5th, 1908 116 years ago — 75 years old

A prominent Norwegian author, poet, and playwright. His literary career spanned several decades during the late 19th century. Lie's work often explored themes of Norwegian nature and national identity. He was a significant figure in the Norwegian literary environment, contributing to the development of realism in literature. Major works include novels such as 'The Family at Gilje' and 'The Visionary'. His writings reflect the struggles and challenges of both the individual and society during a transformative period in Norwegian history.

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