About Jón Óskar
Lived 1921 – 1998 (aged 77). Jón Óskar was an Icelandic linguist, translator, poet and writer.
Jón Óskar Ásmundsson (18 July 1921, in Akranes – 20 October 1998, in Reykjavík) was an Icelandic poet born in Akranes.
Jón Óskar is typically categorized as one of the Icelandic Atom Poets. In addition to poetry, short stories, literary articles, and a novel, he also produced a multi-volume biography. He was a musician and this influenced the sound of his poetry. Recurring themes in his work are daily life in general but also and in particular 'love'. He also translated some French poetry into Icelandic.
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Who was Jón Óskar?
Icelandic poet (1921-1998)
When was Jón Óskar born?
Jón Óskar was born on 18 July 1921 in Akranes.
When did Jón Óskar die?
Jón Óskar died on 20 October 1998 in Reykjavík.
What was Jón Óskar's occupation?
Jón Óskar was a linguist, translator, poet and writer.
What nationality was Jón Óskar?
Jón Óskar was Icelandic.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jón Óskar. https://biography.guide/jon-oskar/
MLA: "Jón Óskar." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jon-oskar/.
Chicago: "Jón Óskar." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jon-oskar/.
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