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Ludvig Holberg

Ludvig Holberg (1684–1754) was a Norwegian writer, philosopher and playwright.

Also recorded as Ludvig Holberg, Baron of Holberg; Ludwig, Baron Holber.

Overview

Also worked under the name Hans Mikkelsen.

Born at Bergen in 1684, died at Copenhagen in 1754.

In detail

Ludvig Holberg studied at University of Copenhagen and Bergen Cathedral School. the recorded working language is Latin and Danish.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are prose. Molière and Plautus are recorded as an influence.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Copenhagen. Employment is recorded with University of Copenhagen. Positions recorded include professor and rector.

Works named in the authority record are The Political Tinker.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Ludvig Holberg”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q216692: Ludvig Holberg

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