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Mirdza Ķempe

1907 – 1974

Latvian poet

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About Mirdza Ķempe

Lived 1907 – 1974 (aged 67). Mirdza Ķempe was a Russian and Latvian linguist, poet, translator and writer.

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Important facts

Born

27 January 1907, Liepāja

Birth century

20th century

Died

12 April 1974, Riga

Occupation

Linguist, poet, translator, writer

Nationality

Russian Empire, Latvia, Soviet Union

Education

University of Latvia

Awards

USSR State Prize; Order of the Red Banner of Labour; State Prizes of the Soviet Republics

Family & relationships

Spouse

Eriks Ādamsons

Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Mirdza Ķempe's

George Andrew Reisner

Frequently asked questions

Who was Mirdza Ķempe?

Latvian poet (1907–1974)

When was Mirdza Ķempe born?

Mirdza Ķempe was born on 27 January 1907 in Liepāja.

When did Mirdza Ķempe die?

Mirdza Ķempe died on 12 April 1974 in Riga.

What was Mirdza Ķempe's occupation?

Mirdza Ķempe was a linguist, poet, translator and writer.

What nationality was Mirdza Ķempe?

Mirdza Ķempe was Russian and Latvian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Mirdza Ķempe

· Wikidata: Q830087

· DBpedia: Mirdza Ķempe

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