Dorothe Engelbretsdatter

Dorothe Engelbretsdatter (16 January 1634  19 February 1716) was a Norwegian author. She principally wrote hymns and poems which were strongly religious. She has been described as Norway's first recognized female author as well as Norway's first feminist before feminism became a recognized concept.

Dorothe Engelbretsdatter
Born(1634-01-16)16 January 1634
Bergen, Norway
Died19 February 1716(1716-02-19) (aged 82)
Pen name"Bergens Debora"
OccupationPoet and Hymn Writer
NationalityNorwegian
Notable worksSiælens Sang-offer (1678)
Taare-Offer (1685)
Et kristeligt Valet fra Verden (1698)
SpouseAmbrosius Hardenbeck
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