Indrek Hargla

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Indrek Hargla (2009)

Indrek Hargla (real name Indrek Sootak; also used pseudonyms Andrei Golikov and Marat Faizijev; born on 12 July 1970 in Tallinn) is an Estonian writer. He is one of the most prominent Estonian writers of science fiction and crime novels. His most notable work is the Apothecary Melchior series, where activity takes place in medieval Tallinn. [1]

In 1993 he graduated from University of Tartu, studied jurisprudence. After graduation, he worked at the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Since 2012, he has been a professional writer. [1]

He has won many awards, e.g. 17 times Estonian 'Stalker' science fiction prize. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 Vabar, Sven. "Indrek Hargla". sisu.ut.ee. Retrieved 12 January 2021.