Edvard Hoem is a renowned Norwegian author, playwright, and translator, born on March 10, 1949, in Molde, Norway. He is celebrated for his contributions to contemporary Norwegian literature, particularly his historical novels and his acclaimed series about emigration to America. Hoem's writing often explores themes of family, identity, and migration. In addition to his novels, he has written plays and biographies and worked extensively as a translator, particularly known for translating works of William Shakespeare into Norwegian.