Author: ANON.
Title: The Patriot.
Description: London: Headley Brothers, nd. (c.1909). Short story aimed at young people, of the life and work of Denmark's great educationist Bishop Grundtvig (1783-1872). Pp.158, pencil notation to half-title page. Paperback, spine worn with small losses. Scarce (Copac lists only 2 copies). Good.** "Nikolaj Frederik Severin Grundtvig (1783 –1872), most often referred to as N. F. S. Grundtvig, was a Danish pastor, author, poet, philosopher, historian, teacher and politician. He was one of the most influential people in Danish history, as his philosophy gave rise to a new form of nationalism in the last half of the 19th century. It was steeped in the national literature and supported by deep spirituality. Grundtvig holds a unique position in the cultural history of his country. Grundtvig and his followers are credited with being very influential in the formulation of modern Danish national consciousness. He was active during the Danish Golden Age," (wiki).

Keywords: The Patriot Bishop Grundtvig Denmark Danish Historical Fiction Nikolaj Frederik Severin Pastor Author Poet Philosopher Historian Teacher Politician 47656 Fiction: : Historical


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