Willem van Toorn
Dutch poet, writer and translator (1935–2024)
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Summary
Willem van Toorn was born on November 4, 1935[1], in Amsterdam[2]. He died on May 31, 2024[3], in Châteauroux[4]. He worked as a poet[5], translator[6], writer[7], children's writer[8], and literary scholar[9].
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Kingdom of the Netherlands[10]
- Native language: Dutch[11]
- Notable work: Een leeg landschap[12]
- Award received: Herman Gorterprijs[13], Jan Campert Prize for poetry[14], Zilveren Griffel[15], Groeneveld Award[16], A. Roland Holst-Penning[17], A. Roland Holstprijs voor Poëzie[18]
- Sex or gender: male[19]
- Commons category: Willem van Toorn[20]
- Given name: Willem[21]
- Floruit: January 1, 2010[22]
- Described by source: The Dutch and Flemish authors[23], Lexicon van de jeugdliteratuur[24]
- Nominated for: Boekenbon Literatureprize[25]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Dutch[26]
- Birth name: Willem Peter van Toorn[27]
- Sibling: Jan van Toorn[28]
FAQs
Where was Willem van Toorn born?
Willem van Toorn was born in Amsterdam[2].
Where did Willem van Toorn die?
Willem van Toorn passed away in Châteauroux[4].
What did Willem van Toorn do for work?
Willem van Toorn worked as a poet[5], translator[6], writer[7], children's writer[8], and literary scholar[9].
What awards did Willem van Toorn receive?
Honors received include Herman Gorterprijs[13], Jan Campert Prize for poetry[14], Zilveren Griffel[15], and Groeneveld Award[16].