October 5, 2023
The Norwegian author and playwright Jon Fosse has been awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Literature. The Swedish Academy announced the prize on Thursday, citing Fosse’s “innovative plays and prose which give voice to the unsayable.”
Fosse is one of Norway’s most celebrated writers, with a body of work that spans over four decades. He is best known for his plays, which have been translated into over fifty languages and performed around the world. His prose fiction is also highly acclaimed, and his novel Septology VI-VII was shortlisted for the 2022 International Booker Prize.
Fosse’s writing is characterized by its lyrical and poetic language, its exploration of themes such as love, loss, and memory, and its focus on the inner lives of his characters. His plays are often spare and minimalist, but they are also deeply moving and emotionally resonant.
In his citation for the prize, the Swedish Academy praised Fosse’s “unique and visionary voice” and his ability to “create a deep and profound connection with his audience.” The Academy also noted that Fosse’s work “has had a profound influence on contemporary Scandinavian literature.”
Fosse is the first Norwegian writer to win the Nobel Prize in Literature since Knut Hamsun in 1920. He is also the first playwright to win the prize since Harold Pinter in 2005.
In a statement released after the announcement, Fosse said that he was “honored and humbled” to receive the prize. He also thanked his family, friends, and colleagues for their support over the years.
The Nobel Prize in Literature is considered to be the most prestigious literary award in the world. It is awarded annually to a writer who has made “the most outstanding contribution in the field of literature.” The prize is accompanied by a monetary award of 10 million Swedish kronor (approximately US$900,000).
Fosse is the 114th Nobel laureate in Literature. He is the first Norwegian to win the prize since Knut Hamsun in 1920.
The Nobel Prize in Literature 2022 won by “Annie Ernaux”
Fosse will be awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature at a ceremony in Stockholm on December 10, 2023. the anniversary of Nobel’s death
Reaction to the Award
The news of Fosse’s award was met with widespread acclaim from the literary community. Many writers and critics praised Fosse for his unique and groundbreaking work.
“Jon Fosse is one of the most important and innovative writers of our time,” said Karl Ove Knausgård, a fellow Norwegian author. “His work is essential reading for anyone who cares about literature.”
“Fosse’s plays and novels are deeply moving and thought-provoking,” said Haruki Murakami, a Japanese novelist. “He is a master of language and a true craftsman.”
Fosse’s award is a well-deserved recognition of his outstanding contribution to literature. His work has enriched the lives of countless readers and theatergoers around the world.
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