Olav Duun
Norwegian writer (1876-1939)
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Summary
Olav Duun was born on November 21, 1876[1], in Jøa[2]. He died on September 13, 1939[3], in Holmestrand[4]. He worked as an author[5], teacher[6], and writer[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (251 views/month, #7,291 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Dun Church[9]
- Country of citizenship: Norway[10]
- Notable work: Medmenneske[11], The People of Juvik[12]
- Award received: Gyldendal's Endowment[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Commons category: Olav Duun[15]
- Family name: Duun[16]
- Given name: Olav[17]
- Official website: http://olavduun.no[18]
- Topic's main category: Category:Olav Duun[19]
- Work location: Norway[20]
- Described by source: Great Soviet Encyclopedia (1969–1978)[21], Hvem er Hvem? (1912)[22]
- Nominated for: Nobel Prize in Literature[23]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Norwegian[24], Nynorsk[25]
- Commons Creator page: Olav Duun[26]
- Name in native language: Olav Duun[27]
Why It Matters
Olav Duun has Wikipedia articles in 15 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[28] He is known by 11 alternative names across languages and contexts.[29]
FAQs
Where was Olav Duun born?
Olav Duun was born in Jøa[2].
Where did Olav Duun die?
Olav Duun died in Holmestrand[4].
What did Olav Duun do for work?
Olav Duun worked as an author[5], teacher[6], and writer[7].
What awards did Olav Duun receive?
Honors received include Gyldendal's Endowment[13].