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Nils-Aslak Valkeapää

Nils-Aslak Valkeapää (1943–2001) was a Finnish poet, painter and singer.

Also recorded as Áillohaš; Áilu.

Overview

Also worked under the name Áillohaš.

Born at Enontekiö in 1943, died at Espoo in 2001.

In detail

Nils-Aslak Valkeapää studied at Kemijärvi teacher seminary. the recorded working language is Sámi, Northern Sami and Finnish.

The field of work recorded is literature, poetry and joik. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are joik, poetry and jazz.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Lapland. Residence is recorded at Skibotn and Palojoensuu. Positions recorded include regional artist. Membership is recorded of Áillohaččat.

Distinctions recorded are Nordic Council Literature Prize, Order of the White Star, 5th Class and Saami Council's Honorary Award.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Nils-Aslak Valkeapää”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q379684: Nils-Aslak Valkeapää

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