Peter Østbye
Norwegian philologist and translator (1855–1943)
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Summary
Peter Østbye was born on February 20, 1855[1], in Nittedal[2]. He died on February 2, 1943[3], in Oslo[4]. He worked as a translator[5], philologist[6], and educator[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (9 views/month, #7,299 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Norway[9]
- Native language: Norwegian[10]
- Educated at: University of Oslo[11], Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin[12], TUD Dresden University of Technology[13]
- Award received: Knight First Class of the Order of St. Olav[14]
- Member of: Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Residence: Drammen[17]
- Family name: Østbye[18]
- Given name: Peter[19]
- Described by source: Hvem er Hvem? (1912)[20]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Norwegian[21]
- Birth name: Peter Nielsen Østbye[22]
Why It Matters
Peter Østbye is known by 12 alternative names across languages and contexts.[23]
FAQs
Where was Peter Østbye born?
Peter Østbye's place of birth was Nittedal[2].
Where did Peter Østbye die?
Peter Østbye passed away in Oslo[4].
What did Peter Østbye do for work?
Peter Østbye worked as a translator[5], philologist[6], and educator[7].
Where did Peter Østbye go to school?
Peter Østbye was educated at University of Oslo[11], Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin[12], and TUD Dresden University of Technology[13].
What awards did Peter Østbye receive?
Honors received include Knight First Class of the Order of St. Olav[14].