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Kalle Päätalo

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Finnish novelist (1919-2000)

WritersLived 1919 to 2000 · aged 81
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Kaarlo (Kalle) Alvar Päätalo was a Finnish novelist, the most popular Finnish writer in the 20th century. His Iijoki series, comprising 26 novels, is one of the longest autobiographical works ever written.

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The house on Kallioniemi was the childhood home of Päätalo. It was built by his father.The house on Kallioniemi was the childhood home of Päätalo. It was built by his father.

Awards 6

1994Commander First Class of the Order of the White Rose of Finland
1988Commander of the Order of the Lion of Finland
1978Pro Finlandia Medal of the Order of the Lion of Finland
1970Thanks for the Book Award
Professor
Medal of Liberty, 1st Class

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About this person

Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1919 to 2000 · aged 81
Written about in
13 languages

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