New book explores Strindberg on stage, in fiction and around the world

In Strindberg och minne/Strindberg and memory twenty researchers focus on August Strindberg's life and work from new perspectives. Together they discuss how his writing continues to raise questions about history, memory and creativity.

The 22nd International Strindberg Conference took place in Stockholm at Kungl. Vitterhetsakademien in 2023, centred around the theme Strindberg and memory (Strindberg och minne). More than 40 scholars and translators hailing from various European countries (France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland), as well as from the USA, participated in the event. Over two intense conference days, 28 papers were presented, of which 20 are included in this volume.

The topics covered in the presentations varied, ranging from the analysis of different themes in Strindberg’s work to the significance of translations. Scholars shared their experiences of working with Strindberg’s plays and explored his influence on other authors. Yet again, Strindberg’s work proved to be a remarkable source of inspiration for discussions and reflections encompassing both present and past ideas and concepts.

Authors: Jan Balbierz, Richard Bark, Annie Bourguignon, Massimo Ciaravolo, Tobias Dahlkvist, Ann-Charlotte Gavel Adams, Maria Hansson, Martin Hellström, Roland Lysell, Moa Marken, Elvyra Markevičiūtė, Mindaugas Naudžiūnas, Hélène Ohlsson, Gytis Padegimas, Astrid Regnell, Vicente R. Sanchis Caparrós, Björn Sundberg (†), Eszter Szalczer, Andreas Tranvik, Lynn R. Wilkinson

Editors: David Gedin & Elena Balzamo

Book info
ISBN: 978-91-88763-74-7
ISBN (pdf): 978-91-88763-75-4
ISSN: 0348-1433
Published: May 2026
Soft cover
312 pages
Series: Konferenser 116
Price: 280 SEK

The volume is also available open access. The articles are available as digital special editions.

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Contact for more information
Ulrika Gustafsson, Head of Publications, Editor, Kungl. Vitterhetsakademien, ulrika.gustafsson@vitterhetsakademien.se

The Royal Swedish Academy of Letters, History and Antiquities (Vitterhetsakademien) advances and funds research in the humanities and social sciences and in cultural heritage management. Its work is financed by donations and by public and private foundations. Vitterhetsakademien also owns and manages several historic buildings and sites: Skånelaholm Castle in Uppland, Stjernsund Castle in Närke, Rettig House in Stockholm (which houses Vitterhetsakademien’s offices), the villages of Stensjö in Småland and Borg on Öland, and the ruins of Gråborg on Öland.