Erik Axel Karlfeldt: Biography, Facts and Career
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Erik Axel Karlfeldt (20 July 1864 – 8 April 1931) was a Swedish poet whose highly symbolist poetry masquerading as regionalism was popular and won him the 1931 Nobel Prize in Literature posthumously after he had been nominated by Nathan Söderblom, member of the Swedish Academy. Karlfeldt had been offered the award already in 1919 but refused to accept it, because of his position as permanent secretary to the Swedish Academy (1913–1931), which awards the prize.
Quick facts about Erik Axel Karlfeldt
- Full name: Erik Axel Karlfeldt
- Born: 1864-07-20
- Nationality: Sweden
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q134641
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Who is Erik Axel Karlfeldt?
Erik Axel Karlfeldt (20 July 1864 – 8 April 1931) was a Swedish poet whose highly symbolist poetry masquerading as regionalism was popular and won him the 1931 Nobel Prize in Literature posthumously after he had been nominated by Nathan Söderblom, member of the Swedish Academy.
What nationality is Erik Axel Karlfeldt?
Erik Axel Karlfeldt is Sweden.
When was Erik Axel Karlfeldt born?
Erik Axel Karlfeldt was born on 1864-07-20.
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