Viljo Kajava

Viljo Kajava was a Finnish poet, literary critic, journalist and translator (1909–1998). He was born at Tampere and died at Helsinki.

Also recorded as Viljo Lennart Kajava.

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Identity and origins

The authorities additionally record the heading Viljo Lennart Kajava. His recorded languages were Finnish and Swedish.

Recognition and collections

Viljo Kajava received Pro Finlandia Medal of the Order of the Lion of Finland, Aleksis Kivi Award, Eino Leino Prize, Knight First Class of the Order of the White Rose of Finland and Medal of Liberty, 2nd Class.

Scholarly footprint

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In detail

Viljo Kajava studied at University of Helsinki. the recorded working language is Finnish and Swedish.

The field of work recorded is literary criticism, journalism and translation. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are poetry and nature poetry.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Helsinki and Tampere.

Distinctions recorded are Pro Finlandia Medal of the Order of the Lion of Finland, Aleksis Kivi Award, Eino Leino Prize and Knight First Class of the Order of the White Rose of Finland.

Chronology

  1. 1909Viljo Kajava born at Tampere.
  2. 1998Viljo Kajava died at Helsinki.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q4115956: Viljo Kajava

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  2. 2.

    “Viljo Kajava”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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