Emil Madsen
1830–1919 (age 89)
Biography
Emil Madsen, born in 1830, enriched Danish letters as a writer whose words reflected both the spirit of his time and the enduring questions of human experience. His stories and essays combined thoughtful observation with a lyrical sensibility.
His literary voice continues to echo through Danish culture, and his resting place at Assistens Cemetery marks the place where readers may remember his contributions.