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What was the nationality of the first person to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature?
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The first person to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature was the Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. Ibsen was born in Skien, Norway in 1828 and died in Oslo, Norway in 1906. He is considered one of the most important playwrights in the history of world literature. His plays are known for their realistic portrayal of social issues and their exploration of the human condition.
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