Jostein Gaarder: Biography, Facts and Career
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Jostein Gaarder (Norwegian: [ˈjùːstæɪn ˈɡòːɖər]; born 8 August 1952) is a Norwegian intellectual and author of several novels, short stories, and children's books. Gaarder often writes from the perspective of children, exploring their sense of wonder about the world. He often utilizes metafiction in his works and constructs stories within stories. His best known work is the novel Sophie's World (1991). It has been translated into 60 languages; there are over 40 million copies in print.
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- Full name: Jostein Gaarder
- Born: 1952-08-08
- Nationality: Norway
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q185548
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Who is Jostein Gaarder?
Jostein Gaarder (Norwegian: [ˈjùːstæɪn ˈɡòːɖər]; born 8 August 1952) is a Norwegian intellectual and author of several novels, short stories, and children's books.
What nationality is Jostein Gaarder?
Jostein Gaarder is Norway.
When was Jostein Gaarder born?
Jostein Gaarder was born on 1952-08-08.
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