Holberg

noun

Ludvig, Baron. 1684–1754, Danish playwright, poet, and historian, born in Norway: considered the founder of modern Danish literature

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Examples from the Web for holberg

It is true that my father had read Holberg's play to me; but here it was not of these that they spoke, but of verses and poetry.
The True Story of My Life|Hans Christian Andersen
Holberg the comedian was born in Bergen; but he is generally classed among the Danish authors.
Northern Travel|Bayard Taylor
Holberg, Denmark's Molire, founded here an academy for the sons of the nobles.
A Christmas Greeting|Hans Christian Andersen
With all his faults he stands as the greatest figure between Holberg and hlenschlger.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 2|Various

"Holberg Meckstein," repeated Von Barwig in a frightened voice.
The Music Master|Charles Klein