Jens Christian Djurhuus, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Jens Christian Djurhuus

Faroese poet

Date of Birth: 21-Aug-1773

Place of Birth: Nes

Date of Death: 21-Nov-1853

Profession: poet, farmer, songwriter

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Jens Christian Djurhuus or Sjóvarbóndin (August 21, 1773 – November 21, 1853) was the first poet who wrote in Faroese.
He composed several Faroese ballads in traditional style on historical themes.
The best known is Ormurin langi.
Djurhuus also composed satirical poems directed against Danish rule in the Faroe Islands.