Poul Borum
Poul Villiam Borum (15 October 1934 – 10 May 1996) was a Danish writer, poet and critic. He was editor of the influential Danish literary magazine Hvedekorn from 1968 to his death in 1996. He also initiated the Danish writers school (Forfatterskolen) in 1987, of which he was also principal.
Also recorded as Poul Villiam Borum
Poul Borum
- Name
- Poul Borum
- Born
- 15 October 1934
- Died
- 10 May 1996
- Occupation
- Poet and critic
- Spouse
- Inger Christensen
- Nationality
- Kingdom of Denmark
- Languages
- Danish
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Poul Borum was born in Copenhagen (15 October 1934) and died in Copenhagen (10 May 1996).
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Borum was married to Danish poet Inger Christensen for 17 years; the couple had one son.
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• Name — Poul Borum • Born — 15 October 1934 • Died — 10 May 1996 • Other Names — Poul Villiam Borum • Occupation — Poet and critic • Spouse — Inger Christensen
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