Writing
Thorbjørn Egner
1912-1990
Known for Karius and Baktus, Three Robbers and a Lion, In the Forest of Huckybucky.
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Born12/12/1912
Died12/24/1990
AgeDied at 78
BirthplaceKristiania, Norway [now Oslo, Norway]
DepartmentWriting
Biography
Thorbjørn Egner (December 12, 1912 – December 24, 1990) was a Norwegian playwright, songwriter and illustrator known principally for his books, plays and musicals for children. He is principally associated with his narratives for children including Karius og Baktus (1949) and Folk og røvere i Kardemomme by (1955).
