Olof Enckell
Finnish author and historian (1900-1989)
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Summary
Olof Enckell was born on March 12, 1900[1], in Kurkijoki[2]. He died on June 11, 1989[3], in Kauniainen[4]. He worked as a translator[5]. He is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[6]
Key Facts
- Father: Karl Enckell[7]
- Spouse: Mona Leo[8], Dagmar Thesleff[9]
- Child: Emelie Enckell[10], Kristofer Enckell[11]
- Country of citizenship: Sweden[12], Finland[13], Grand Duchy of Finland[14]
- Native language: Swedish[15]
- Award received: Swedish Academy Finland Prize[16], Karl Emil Tollander Prize[17]
- Sex or gender: male[18]
- Commons category: Olof Enckell[19]
- Family name: Enckell[20]
- Given name: Olof[21], Wilhelm[22], Toussaint[23]
- Work location: Helsinki[24]
- Described by source: Vem och vad? Biografisk handbok 1967[25], Writers in Finland 1917–1944[26]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Finnish[27], Swedish[28]
- Sibling: Rabbe Enckell[29], Torger Enckell[30]
FAQs
Where was Olof Enckell born?
Olof Enckell was born in Kurkijoki[2].
Where did Olof Enckell die?
Olof Enckell passed away in Kauniainen[4].
Who were Olof Enckell's parents?
Olof Enckell's father was Karl Enckell[7].
Who was Olof Enckell married to?
Olof Enckell's spouses include Mona Leo[8] and Dagmar Thesleff[9].
What did Olof Enckell do for work?
Olof Enckell worked as a translator[5].
What awards did Olof Enckell receive?
Honors received include Swedish Academy Finland Prize[16] and Karl Emil Tollander Prize[17].