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Rafael Karsten

Rafael Karsten (1879–1956) was a Finnish university teacher, sociologist and writer.

Also recorded as Sigfrid Rafael Karsten.

Rafael Karsten in brief

Born
1879
Died
1956
Known for
university teacher, sociologist, writer, photographer, philosopher, explorer, anthropologist and ethnologist
Place of birth
Karttula
Contents

Overview

Born at Karttula in 1879, died at Helsinki in 1956.

In detail

Rafael Karsten studied at University of Helsinki. training under Edvard Westermarck is recorded. Arne Runeberg, Sven Krohn and Mika Waltari are recorded as having studied under Rafael Karsten. the recorded working language is English, Finnish and Swedish.

The field of work recorded is religious studies, ethnology and practical philosophy.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Helsinki. Employment is recorded with University of Helsinki. Membership is recorded of Prometheus Society.

Distinctions recorded are Statsrådet Mauritz Hallberg's prize.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Rafael Karsten”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q948713: Rafael Karsten

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