author
H. C. Bering (Henrik Carl Bering) Liisberg
1854–1929
A Danish writer and museum curator, he turned a seafarer’s early life into a long career telling vivid stories from history. His books brought monarchs, revolutions, and old Copenhagen to general readers in an accessible, popular style.
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Napoleon
by H. C. Bering (Henrik Carl Bering) Liisberg
About the author
Born in Aarhus on April 11, 1854, Henrik Carl Bering Liisberg was a Danish historical writer and museum inspector. As a teenager he went to sea and later qualified as a mate, before leaving that life behind and moving into literary and museum work.
He became known for lively historical writing aimed at a broad audience. Reference works describe him as both a historical author and a museum professional, and his published books include works on Christian IV, Napoleon, the French Revolution, and life in older Copenhagen.
Bering Liisberg died in Copenhagen on April 25, 1929. His career stands out for combining practical experience, archival interest, and a gift for making history feel readable rather than remote.