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My 1886 Lecture Tour, by Knut Hamsun (1859–1952)

Knut Hamsun

The Norwegian writer, Knut Hamsun (1859–1952), is often remembered for his contribution to the renewal of the novel, and his modern view of the mind. However, in Norway it his common touch, and his vivid and humorous descriptions local culture that has endeared him to the public. Michael Henrik Wynn, the editor of the educational radio stream historyradio.org, reads his own translation of one of Hamsun’s humorous short stories. Knut Hamsun was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1920. Duration - 36m. Author - Knut Hamsun. Narrator - Michael Henrik Wynn. Published Date - Wednesday, 10 January 2024. Copyright - © 2024 Michael Henrik Wynn ©.

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The Norwegian writer, Knut Hamsun (1859–1952), is often remembered for his contribution to the renewal of the novel, and his modern view of the mind. However, in Norway it his common touch, and his vivid and humorous descriptions local culture that has endeared him to the public. Michael Henrik Wynn, the editor of the educational radio stream historyradio.org, reads his own translation of one of Hamsun’s humorous short stories. Knut Hamsun was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1920. Duration - 36m. Author - Knut Hamsun. Narrator - Michael Henrik Wynn. Published Date - Wednesday, 10 January 2024. Copyright - © 2024 Michael Henrik Wynn ©.

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English


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