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Jostein Gaarder
AuthorBooks · Second handSince 1952
Jostein Gaarder is a Norwegian intellectual and author of several novels, short stories, and children's books. Gaarder often writes from the perspective of children, exploring their sense of wonder about the world. He often utilizes metafiction in his works and constructs stories within stories. His best known work is the novel Sophie's World (1991). It has been translated into 60 languages; there are over 40 million copies in print.
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About Jostein Gaarder
Birth
1952
First book
1986
Years writing
40
Jostein Gaarder is a Norwegian intellectual and author of several novels, short stories, and children's books. Gaarder often writes from the perspective of children, exploring their sense of wonder about the world. He often utilizes metafiction in his works and constructs stories within stories. His best known work is the novel Sophie's World (1991). It has been translated into 60 languages; there are over 40 million copies in print.
Jostein Gaarder was born in Oslo in 1952 and has dedicated his life to literature and teaching.
He is globally renowned for bringing philosophy to a wide audience through his masterpiece, Sophie's World.
His prolific career spans over 250 works, including novels, short stories, and children's literature.
Beyond writing, Gaarder has worked as a teacher, philosopher, and screenwriter, enriching his texts with a deep humanistic vision.
His unique style successfully weaves fiction with history and critical thinking for readers of all ages.
