Danish writer Martin Andersen Nexø died #OTD in 1954.
Nexø is best known for his novel "Pelle Erobreren", which is a significant work in Danish literature and has been widely translated. It follows the life of Pelle, a boy from a poor family who grows up to become a labor leader. The novel is celebrated for its detailed portrayal of working-class life and its strong social and political themes.
Books by Martin Andersen Nexø at PG:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/2530