Who was Karen Blixen and what did she do?

Who was Karen Blixen and what did she do?

Baroness Karen Christenze von Blixen-Finecke (born Dinesen; 17 April 1885 – 7 September 1962) was a Danish author who wrote works in Danish and English.

Who was Karen Blixen married to in Kenya?

Early in 1913, Bror left for Kenya. He was followed by his fiancée in December. Soon after Dinesen arrived in Kenya, which at the time was part of British East Africa, she and Blixen were married in Mombasa on 14 January 1914. After her marriage, she became known as Baroness Blixen, and she used the title until her ex-husband remarried in 1929.

How big was Karen Blixen’s coffee plantation?

The property covered 6,000 acres (2,400 ha) of land: 600 acres (240 ha) were used for a coffee plantation, 3,400 acres (1,400 ha) were used by the natives for grazing, and 2,000 acres (810 ha) of virgin forest were left untouched. The land was not well-suited for coffee cultivation, given its high elevation.

Who was Karen Blixen’s father Wilhelm Dinesen?

Her father, Wilhelm Dinesen (1845–1895), was a writer and army officer, including in the 1864 war by Denmark against Prussia and who also joined the French army against Prussia and wrote about La Commune in Paris. He was from a wealthy family of Jutland landowners closely connected to the monarchy, the established church and conservative politics.

Where did Wilhelm Blixen live most of his life?

From August 1872 to December 1873, Wilhelm had lived among the Chippewa Indians in Wisconsin, where he fathered a daughter. On returning to Denmark, he suffered from syphilis which resulted in bouts of deep depression.

What’s the purpose of a Blix electric bike?

Utility. All in one. Blix’s goal is to inspire people to live a more fun and healthier lifestyle by creating compelling ebikes that combine style, utility, and performance at an affordable price point.