Arne Garborg was a renowned Norwegian writer and one of the leading figures in Norwegian literature during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born on January 25, 1851, in Jæren, he is best known for his novels, poetry, and essays, which prominently feature themes of rural life, religion, and social issues. Garborg was a strong advocate for the use of the Landsmål (Nynorsk) language, which aimed to reflect Norway’s rural dialects and culture.