Ståle Dingstad
Ståle Dingstad is a prominent Norwegian literary scholar who has been involved in the debate surrounding the legacy of Knut Hamsun, advocating for a reevaluation of his works in light of their connections to extremist ideologies. In 2021, he controversially suggested that the Hamsun Centre in Hamarøy should be closed, reflecting his critical stance on the glorification of Hamsun amidst rising right-wing appropriations of his literature.
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Ståle Dingstad suggested that the Hamsun Centre should be closed due to Hamsun's controversial legacy.
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