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Kirsti Paltto

b. 1947

Sami writer from Finland

Writer Primary school teacher
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About Kirsti Paltto

Born 1947. Kirsti Paltto is a Finnish writer and primary school teacher.

Kirste (Kirsti) Paltto (born 11 February 1947) is a Sámi author who writes mainly in Northern Sámi. Her books have been translated into several languages, including Finnish, German, Norwegian, English, Inari Sámi and Hungarian. Paltto currently resides in Utsjoki.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Awards
Honorary doctorate; Saami Council Literature Prize
Also known as
Jovnna-Jon-Ánne Kirste, Kirste Paltto

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Kirsti Paltto's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Kirsti Paltto?

Sami writer from Finland

When was Kirsti Paltto born?

Kirsti Paltto was born on 11 February 1947 in Utsjoki.

What is Kirsti Paltto's occupation?

Kirsti Paltto is a writer and primary school teacher.

What nationality is Kirsti Paltto?

Kirsti Paltto is Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Kirsti Paltto

· Wikidata: Q372188

· DBpedia: Kirsti Paltto

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