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Per Højholt
Danish poet (1928-2004) · Denmark · On the map · Writers · Died at 76
Per Højholt was a Danish poet. Højholt had his debut in 1948 when he published "De nøgne", a series of poems which appeared in the magazine Heretica. His first collection was Hesten og solen, featuring religiously inspired poems. A major work came with Poetens hoved which appeared in 1963.
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About this person
This collection took a Modernist stance and meant a break with late Symbolism. Although a highly experimental and unorthodox writer, he became a popular poet. This is not least due to Gittes monologer. He toured the country with his recitals of these monologues which received considerable attention.
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The same award as Per
Peter LaugesenBoth received Emil Aarestrup MedalChristian KampmannBoth received Danish Critics Prize for Literature
Jacob PaludanBoth received Grand Prize of the Danish AcademyElsa GressBoth received Danish Critics Prize for LiteratureOle SarvigBoth received Grand Prize of the Danish AcademyOle WivelBoth received Emil Aarestrup Medal