How old was Gjellerup when his father died?
14 years old
17 years old
20 years old
23 years old
Answer
Gjellerup was 14 years old when his father died in 1865. His father was a pastor and a scholar, and Gjellerup had been close to him. After his father's death, Gjellerup was sent to live with his uncle, who was a lawyer. This experience was difficult for Gjellerup, and he felt like he was losing his identity. He began to write poetry as a way to express his feelings.
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