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Gunnar D. Hansson

Hansson (born 1945 on the island Smögen in Sweden) is an author, poet, essayist, translator and associate professor of literature at University of Gothenburg. He is an acclaimed translator of several works, including Old English poetry.

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Gunnar D. Hansson

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Name
Gunnar D.
Born
1945
Birthplace
Smögen, Sweden
Occupation
associate professor of literature at University of Gothenburg, academic, author, poet, essayist, translator
Nationality
Sweden
Education
University of Gothenburg
Honours
Swedish Academy translation prize · Tegnérpriset · Sveriges Radio's Poetry Prize
Languages
Swedish

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Honours and memberships
  3. 03Notes, references and evidence

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