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Ylva Eggehorn

b. 1950

Swedish writer

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Born 1950. Ylva Eggehorn is a Swedish translator, hymnwriter and writer.

Ylva Elisabet Eggehorn (born 6 March 1950) is a Swedish poet, writer, and hymnwriter. She is said to be among Sweden's most famous contemporary Christian writers and poets. Along with Christian poetry, she wrote for what's believed to be the first Swedish worship album. In other genres she did a "historical fantasy" concerning Gustav Badin, which deals some with his imagery as a "lover" in Swedish culture.

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Awards
Litteris et Artibus; Dobloug Prize
Also known as
Ylva Elisabet Eggehorn

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ylva Eggehorn?

Swedish writer

When was Ylva Eggehorn born?

Ylva Eggehorn was born on 6 March 1950 in Brännkyrka parish.

What is Ylva Eggehorn's occupation?

Ylva Eggehorn is a translator, hymnwriter and writer.

What nationality is Ylva Eggehorn?

Ylva Eggehorn is Swedish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ylva Eggehorn

· Wikidata: Q4566209

· DBpedia: Ylva Eggehorn

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