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Carl Erik Soya

Danish writer (1896-1983) · Denmark · On the map · Writers · Died at 87

Carl Erik Soya, also known by the single appellation Soya, was a Danish author and dramatist. His works were often satirical provocations against double standards and dishonesty. In 1975, Soya received Denmark's foremost literary award, Grand Prize of the Danish Academy.

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1983Died10 November 19831975Grand Prize of the Danish AcademyAward1971Ingenio et artiAward1950Bangs literary awardAward1948Knight of the Order of the DannebrogAward1947Holberg MedalAward1931Emma Bærentzens EndownmentAward1896Born30 October 1896

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Grand Prize of the Danish Academy1975
Ingenio et arti1971
Bangs literary award1950
Knight of the Order of the Dannebrog1948
Holberg Medal1947
Emma Bærentzens Endownment1931

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Country
Denmark
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1896 to 1983 · aged 87

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