Willem Wilmink
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Willem Wilmink (Dutch pronunciation: ['ʋɪləm 'ʋɪlmɪŋk]; Enschede, 25 October 1936 – 2 August 2003) was a Dutch poet and writer. He was best known for the large number of songs he wrote for popular children programs and his accessible, straightforward poetry.
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Born | 25 October 1936 Enschede, Netherlands |
Died | 2 August 2002(2002-08-02) (aged 65) Enschede, Netherlands |
Occupation | Lyricist, writer, poet |
Nationality | Dutch |
Alma mater | University of Amsterdam (Candidate) Katholieke Universiteit Brabant (Doctorate) |
Genre | Novels, verse, lyrics |
Years active | 1966–2002 |
Notable awards | Zilveren Griffel (1983, 1994) Nienke van Hichtum-prijs (1985) Gouden Griffel (1986) Theo Thijssen-prijs (1988) |
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