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Martin Durrell

b. 1943

English academic

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About Martin Durrell

Born 1943. Martin Durrell is an academic.

Martin Durrell (born 6 November 1943) is an English academic who is known for his study of the German language. In 1990, Durrell was appointed to the Henry Simon Chair of German at the University of Manchester, From 1995 to 2004, he served on the international committee of the Internationale Vereinigung für Germanistik (IVG) (serving as Vice-President during 2004-05).

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Important facts

Born
6 November 1943
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Academic
Education
University of Manchester, University of Marburg, Jesus College
Employers
University of Manchester
Awards
Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany
Also known as
Professor Martin Durrell

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Frequently asked questions

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English academic

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Martin Durrell was born on 6 November 1943.

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Martin Durrell is an academic.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Martin Durrell

· Wikidata: Q16738955

· DBpedia: Martin Durrell

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