Between Värmland and the World. A Comparative Reception History of Selma Lagerlöf (original) (raw)
2019, Swedish women's writing on export : tracing transnational reception in the nineteenth century
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This research examines the international reception of Swedish author Selma Lagerlöf, particularly in relation to her impact on various literary cultures during the nineteenth century. It highlights the collaborative efforts of scholars in tracing how Lagerlöf's works were interpreted and translated across different regions, underscoring the cultural exchanges facilitated by her writings. The study also acknowledges the support from academic institutions and collaborative projects that enriched the research process.
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