In which year did Pontoppidan win the Nobel Prize?
1917
1920
1910
1930
Answer
Pontoppidan was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1917, jointly with Karl Gjellerup. The prize recognized their significant contributions to Danish literature, particularly their realistic depictions of life in Denmark and their exploration of contemporary social and moral issues. Pontoppidan's works, such as "Lykke-Per" and "The Promised Land," are known for their keen observations of human nature and their incisive social commentary.
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