Pia Tafdrup

Danish writer and poet · Denmark · On the map · Writers · Born 1952 · age 74

Pia Tafdrup is a Danish writer; primarily a poet, she has also written a novel and two plays, as well as works for radio. She made her literary debut in 1981 and has till now published 17 collections of poetry.

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A typical day, 30 days to 14 June 2026

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2009Ján Smrek PrizeAward2006Swedish Academy Nordic PrizeAward2005Søren Gyldendal PrizeAward2001Knight of the Order of the DannebrogAward1999Nordic Council Literature PrizeAward1994Weekendavisen Book AwardAward1989Tagea Brandt RejselegatAward1986DrachmannlegatetAward1952Born29 May 1952

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