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Danish novelist, poet, scientist

Lived
1847–1885
Country
Denmark
Books
3

Jens Peter Jacobsen published 3 novels, beginning with Niels Lyhne (1880).

Updated September 2026

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Jens Peter Jacobsen books in order of publication

  1. Fru Marie Grubbe (1876)

    262 pages

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  2. Niels Lyhne (1880)

    243 pages

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  3. Marie Grubbe (1917)

    222 pages

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About Jens Peter Jacobsen

Jens Peter Jacobsen was a Danish novelist, poet, and scientist, in Denmark often just written as "J. P. Jacobsen". He began the naturalist movement in Danish literature and was a part of the Modern Breakthrough.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Jens Peter Jacobsen FAQ

How many books has Jens Peter Jacobsen written?
Jens Peter Jacobsen published 3 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Jens Peter Jacobsen's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Niels Lyhne.
What is Jens Peter Jacobsen's last book?
Niels Lyhne (1880).
What is Jens Peter Jacobsen's most famous book?
Niels Lyhne (1880) is Jens Peter Jacobsen's most widely read book.
Can I read Jens Peter Jacobsen's books for free?
Yes. 3 books by Jens Peter Jacobsen are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

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