Eduard Bornhöhe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Eduard Bornhöhe
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| Born | Eduard Brunberg 17 February 1862 Kullaaru, Kreis Wierland, Governorate of Estonia, Russian Empire |
| Died | 17 November 1923 (aged 61) Tallinn, Estonia |
| Nationality | Estonian |
Eduard Brunberg (born February 17, 1862 – died November 17, 1923) was an important Estonian writer. He is best known by his pen name, which is a special name a writer uses instead of their real name: Eduard Bornhöhe.
Bornhöhe is often seen as a pioneer, meaning a first important person, in writing historical novels in Estonia. Most of his stories are exciting adventures from the past. They are filled with romantic ideas, focusing on feelings and heroic deeds.
Why Bornhöhe Stopped Writing
In 1893, something called a "censor" in the Russian Empire stopped him. A censor is someone who checks books and other media to make sure they follow government rules. This censor said that Bornhöhe's historical stories could not be published.
Because of this, Bornhöhe slowly stopped writing new books. He did not publish any new books during the last twenty years of his life.
How Bornhöhe's Stories Were Seen Later
Bornhöhe often wrote about Estonia's old fight for freedom. His stories were not about complicated or difficult political ideas. Because of this, people in the Soviet Union found his books useful.
They presented his writings as examples of patriotism from before their time. Patriotism means having a strong love for your country.
For example, his book Vürst Gabriel ehk Pirita kloostri viimased päevad was made into a movie. Part of his other work, Tallinna narrid ja narrikesed, was published many times. It was even made into a TV show when the Soviets were in charge.
Bornhöhe's historical novels were also always on the list of mandatory reading in schools. This means students had to read them as part of their lessons.
