L. Onerva
Finnish poet (1882–1972) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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L. Onerva (real name Hilja Onerva Lehtinen, 28 April 1882 – 1 March 1972) was a Finnish poet. Onerva also wrote short stories and novels and worked as a translator and critic. In her works, she often dealt with tension in women's lives concerning freedom and commitment.[1] She is also remembered for her complicated relationship with Eino Leino,[2] as well as her marriage to the composer Leevi Madetoja.
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Born | Hilja Onerva Lehtinen 28 April 1882 Helsinki, Finland |
Died | 1 March 1972 Helsinki, Finland |
Pen name | L. Onerva |
Occupation | Poet, critic, translator |
Language | Finnish |
Nationality | Finnish |
Period | 1904–1952 |
Notable awards | State literature prizes [fi], Aleksis Kivi Prize [fi], Pro Finlandia Medal |
Spouses | Väinö Streng Leevi Madetoja (1918–1947) |
Partner | Eino Leino |
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