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Jo Eggen

b. 1952

Norwegian poet

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About Jo Eggen

Born 1952. Jo Eggen is a Norwegian writer, poet and translator.

Jo Eggen (born 26 April 1952) is a Norwegian poet. He made his literary début in 1980 with the poetry collection Ting og tings skygger, for which he was awarded the Tarjei Vesaas' debutantpris. He published the collection Stavkirkedikt in 2010.

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Awards
Tarjei Vesaas' debutantpris; Språklig Samlings Literature Prize; Triztan Vindtorn poesipris

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jo Eggen?

Norwegian poet

When was Jo Eggen born?

Jo Eggen was born on 26 April 1952.

What is Jo Eggen's occupation?

Jo Eggen is a writer, poet and translator.

What nationality is Jo Eggen?

Jo Eggen is Norwegian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jo Eggen

· Wikidata: Q6514976

· DBpedia: Jo Eggen

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