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Camilla Collett
(1813–1895)
Essayist
Norway
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Camilla Collett was an essayist from Norway, best known for Fra de stummes lejr.
Quick Facts About Camilla Collett
- Born
- January 23, 1813
- Died
- March 6, 1895
- Nationality
- Norway
- Profession
- Essayist
- Notable works
- Fra de stummes lejr
- Spouse
- Peter Jonas Collett
About Camilla Collett
Jacobine Camilla Collett was a Norwegian writer, often referred to as the first Norwegian feminist. She was also the younger sister of Norwegian poet Henrik Wergeland, and is recognized as being one of the first contributors to realism in Norwegian literature. Her younger brother was Major General Joseph Frantz Oscar Wergeland. She became an honorary member of the Norwegian Association for Women's Rights when the association was founded in 1884.
Biography source: Wikipedia
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