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Ernst Kretschmer

b. 1951

German linguistics professor

Linguist CriminologistGermanist
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About Ernst Kretschmer

Born 1951. Ernst Kretschmer is a German linguist, criminologist and germanist.

Ernst Kretschmer (born 3 July 1951) is a linguistics professor at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, and the 1990 winner of the Kassel Literary Prize.

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Important facts

Born
3 July 1951
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Linguist, criminologist, Germanist
Nationality
Germany
Awards
Kassel Literary Prize

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ernst Kretschmer?

German linguistics professor

When was Ernst Kretschmer born?

Ernst Kretschmer was born on 3 July 1951.

What is Ernst Kretschmer's occupation?

Ernst Kretschmer is a linguist, criminologist and germanist.

What nationality is Ernst Kretschmer?

Ernst Kretschmer is German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ernst Kretschmer

· Wikidata: Q15300568

· DBpedia: Ernst Kretschmer (linguist)

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