About Edith Øberg
Lived 1895 – 1968 (aged 72). Edith Øberg was a Norwegian singer and writer.
Edith Justine Øberg (5 October 1895 – 21 September 1968) was a Norwegian novelist.
Biography She was born in Lysekil, Sweden, and grew up in Kristiania, Norway. She was married to writer Hans Christian Lyche. She studied languages and music, and made her debut as a singer in 1915.
Øberg made her literary debut in 1916 with the novel . Her first major recognition came with her third novel: (1921). She published several popular novels under the pseudonym "Lita", including from 1929, and from 1931. Her novels from 1939, followed by (1940) and (1945) are regarded among her more serious works, which earned her artistic recognition.
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Who was Edith Øberg?
writer (1895-1968)
When was Edith Øberg born?
Edith Øberg was born on 5 October 1895.
When did Edith Øberg die?
Edith Øberg died on 21 September 1968.
What was Edith Øberg's occupation?
Edith Øberg was a singer and writer.
What nationality was Edith Øberg?
Edith Øberg was Norwegian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Edith Øberg. https://biography.guide/edith-oberg/
MLA: "Edith Øberg." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/edith-oberg/.
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