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Frans van Dixhoorn

b. 1948

Dutch poet

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About Frans van Dixhoorn

Born 1948. Frans van Dixhoorn is a Dutch poet.

François Henricus Anthonie van Dixhoorn (born 17 June 1948) is a Dutch poet.

Career Van Dixhoorn made his debut with the poetry collection Jaagpad / Rust in de tent / Zwaluwen vooruit in 1994. He won the C. Buddingh'-prijs for this debut.

He was nominated for the Ida Gerhardt Poëzieprijs in 2008 for his work Twee piepjes (2007). For his work De zon in de pan (2012) he was nominated for the VSB Poëzieprijs.

Awards 1994: C. Buddingh'-prijs, Jaagpad / Rust in de tent / Zwaluwen vooruit

Publications Jaagpad / Rust in de tent / Zwaluwen vooruit (1994) Armzwaai / Grote keg / Loodswezen I (1997) Takken molenwater / Kastanje jo / Hakke tonen / Uiterton / Molen in de zon (2000) Dan op de zeevaartschool (2003) Twee piepjes (2007) De zon in de pan (2012) Verre uittrap (2017)

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Important facts

Born
17 June 1948, Hansweert
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Poet
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Awards
C. Buddingh'-prijs
Also known as
F. van Dixhoorn

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Frans van Dixhoorn?

Dutch poet

When was Frans van Dixhoorn born?

Frans van Dixhoorn was born on 17 June 1948 in Hansweert.

What is Frans van Dixhoorn's occupation?

Frans van Dixhoorn is a poet.

What nationality is Frans van Dixhoorn?

Frans van Dixhoorn is Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Frans van Dixhoorn

· Wikidata: Q15875100

· DBpedia: F. van Dixhoorn

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