Jón Helgason

Jón Helgason (1899–1986) was an Icelandic poet, philologist and writer.

Also recorded as Jon Helgason.

Jón Helgason in brief

Born
1899
Died
1986
Known for
poet, philologist, writer, linguist and literary scholar
Place of birth
Reykholt
Contents

Overview

Born at Reykholt in 1899, died at Copenhagen in 1986.

In detail

Jón Helgason studied at University of Copenhagen. the recorded working language is Icelandic.

The field of work recorded is philology and poetry.

Employment is recorded with University of Copenhagen. Membership is recorded of Royal Swedish Academy of Letters, History and Antiquities.

Sources

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q984003: Jón Helgason

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