02503cam a22003133u 4500 37177 UtSlPG 20260610133840.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 20026753 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PT Hammer, S. C. (Simon Christian), 1866- Ludvig Holberg, The Founder of Norwegian Literature and an Oxford Student Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-08-23 Produced by David E. Brown, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Ludvig Holberg, The Founder of Norwegian Literature and an Oxford Student" by S. C. Hammer is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. This book examines the life and contributions of Ludvig Holberg, a key figure in Norwegian and Danish literature, highlighting his academic journey and the influences he experienced, particularly during his time as a student at Oxford. It details Holberg's lasting impact as a playwright, philosopher, and historian, emphasizing how he helped shape modern Norwegian and Danish literary traditions. The content of the book unfolds as a rich narrative documenting Holberg's life from his humble beginnings in Norway to his significant achievements after his studies at Oxford. Hammer delves into Holberg's formative years, portraying his early experiences that instilled in him a love for literature and satire. He discusses Holberg's literary works, including his comedies and philosophical writings, illustrating how he addressed social issues and human experiences with humor and keen observation. By placing Holberg's contributions within the broader context of European cultural movements, the book positions him as a vital link in the literary exchange between Norway and England, ultimately celebrating his role as the "father" of modern Norwegian literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Holberg, Ludvig, 1684-1754 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37177 78017 78017