Knut
Hamsun (1859–1952) and Sigrid Undset (1882–1949)
rank among the greatest Scandinavian writers. Both won
the Nobel Prize in literature. Hamsun received the award
in 1920, primarily for his monumental novel, Growth
of the Soil, although he is best known today for
his classic works Hunger, Mysteries, and Pan.
In 1928, Undset was awarded the coveted
prize for her epic trilogy, Kristin Lavrandsdatter,
and the four-part The Master of Hestviken,
both of which confirmed her reputation as a magnificent
chronicler of Medieval life in the North. She was also
cited for the compelling realism of her modern novels
such as Jenny.
In this program, Marianne Stecher-Hansen,
associate professor of Scandinavian literature at the
University of Washington, and Tiina Nunnally,
award-winning translator of Kristin Lavransdatter,
showcase the lives and careers of Hamsun and Undset.
The celebrated authors’ books are available after
the program.
Tickets: Gen. Admission
$18, RAP Members $15, Senior Members $13
Knut
Hamsun (1859–1952) and Sigrid Undset (1882–1949)
rank among the greatest Scandinavian writers. Both won
the Nobel Prize in literature. Hamsun received the award
in 1920, primarily for his monumental novel, Growth
of the Soil, although he is best known today for
his classic works Hunger, Mysteries, and Pan.
