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Ivar Aasen

1813 – 1896

About this person

Norwegian linguist and poet, dubbed the father of Nynorsk (1813 – 1896)

Biographical & Professional Details

Date of birth
August 5, 1813
Date of death
September 23, 1896
Field and occupation
norský jazykovědec a básník
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