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Elfriede Jaksch

1849 – 1897

German language Latvian writer

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About Elfriede Jaksch

Lived 1849 – 1897 (aged 48). Elfriede Jaksch was a Russian writer.

Elfriede Jaksch (1842–1897) was a 19th-century German-language author in the Russian Empire. She wrote a number of popular novels and novellas under the pen name Shack von Igar.

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Important facts

Born
16 September 1849, Riga
Birth century
19th century
Died
18 September 1897, Vienna
Occupation
Writer
Nationality
Russian Empire

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Elfriede Jaksch?

German language Latvian writer (1842-1897)

When was Elfriede Jaksch born?

Elfriede Jaksch was born on 16 September 1849 in Riga.

When did Elfriede Jaksch die?

Elfriede Jaksch died on 18 September 1897 in Vienna.

What was Elfriede Jaksch's occupation?

Elfriede Jaksch was a writer.

What nationality was Elfriede Jaksch?

Elfriede Jaksch was Russian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Elfriede Jaksch

· Wikidata: Q19517620

· DBpedia: Elfriede Jaksch

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