Jeppe Aakjær

Jeppe Aakjær (September 10, 1866 – April 22, 1930) was a Danish poet and novelist. A regionalist, much of his writings were about his native Jutland. He was known for writings that reflected his concern for the impoverished and for describing rural existence. At the age of 20, he was sent to jail for speaking freely about his concerns, which the local government officials did not care for.

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September 10 - 1866 - April 22 - 1930 - Danish - Poet - Novel - Jutland - Impoverished

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Aakjær's notable novels including The Peasant's Son (1899) and Children of Wrath (1904) reveal his staunch social commitment. His poems including Songs of the Rye (1906) and Heimdal's Wanderings (1924), however, reveal his appreciation for the harvest. Because of their lyrical quality, many of these poems were used as settings for songs by various twentieth century Scandinavian composers, such as Carl Nielsen. Today, it is his poetry for which he is chiefly known.

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1899 - 1904 - 1906 - 1924 - Carl Nielsen

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