Gunnar Gunnarsson
Icelandic author (1889–1975)
1889 — 1975
Quick Facts
Profession
Icelandic author (1889–1975)
Born
May 18, 1889
Died
1975 (age ~86)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
writer, poet, translator
IcelandBorn in FljótsdalshreppurDied in Reykjavík
1889
Born in Fljótsdalshreppur (1889-05-18)
1907
EducationStudied at Askov Højskole (1907–1909)
1975
Died in Reykjavík
About
Gunnar Gunnarsson was an Icelandic author who wrote mainly in Danish. He grew up, in considerable poverty, on Valþjófsstaður in Fljótsdalur valley and on Ljótsstaðir in Vopnafjörður. During the first half of 20th century he became one of the most popular novelists in Denmark and Germany. One time he went to Germany and had a meeting with Hitler and is considered to be the only Icelander to have met him.
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Who is Gunnar Gunnarsson?+
Gunnar Gunnarsson was an Icelandic author who wrote mainly in Danish. He grew up, in considerable poverty, on Valþjófsstaður in Fljótsdalur valley and on Ljótsstaðir in Vopnafjörður. During the first half of 20th century he became one of the most popular novelists in Denmark and Germany. One time he
What does the name Gunnar mean?+
The name Gunnar means "a male given name. Etymology: From Gunnarr, cognate with Günther and medieval Gunter.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Gunnar Gunnarsson born?+
Gunnar Gunnarsson was born on May 18, 1889.
When did Gunnar Gunnarsson die?+
Gunnar Gunnarsson died in 1975, at approximately 86 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name. Etymology: From Gunnarr, cognate with Günther and medieval Gunter.
The name Gunnar is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name. Etymology: From Gunnarr, cognate with Günther and medieval Gunter.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gunnar — May 18, 1889
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
11 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Hawthorn
Curious, adaptable, natural performer
Ogham: Huath · May 13 – Jun 9
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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— a librarian
I read your first chapter and almost quit writing. Then I read it again and couldn't stop.
— fellow writer
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