Thorbjørn Egner
Known For: Writing
Gender: Male
Date of Birth: December 12, 1912
Day of Death: December 24, 1990 (78 years old)
Thorbjørn Egner (December 12, 1912 – December 24, 1990) was a Norwegian playwright, songwriter and illustrator known principally for his books, plays and musicals for children. He is principally associated with his narratives for children including Karius og Baktus (1949) and Folk og røvere i Kardemomme by (1955).