Oliver Vass
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Discovering Deichman Library
Les mer: Discovering Deichman LibraryNestled in the vibrant Bjørvika district, just a stone’s throw from Oslo’s iconic Opera House, lies one of Europe’s most modern libraries—Deichman. More than just a repository of books, this architectural masterpiece is a hub of creativity, innovation, and inspiration, redefining what a library can be. A Haven for Inspiration and Reflection Deichman Library is…
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Behind The Lines – Mini Pods
Les mer: Behind The Lines – Mini PodsI vår nye mini-podcastserie dykker vi ned i prosessen med å oversette og redigere persisk poesi gjennom engasjerende samtaler mellom Fatemeh Ekhtesari, en iransk poet og oversetter bosatt i Norge, og Oliver Vass, en forlegger og redaktør. Disse samtalene utforsker ikke bare de tekniske sidene ved oversettelse, men også de rike kulturelle innsiktene som følger med…
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Shirin – Persian Literary Characters
Les mer: Shirin – Persian Literary CharactersThis beautiful image is a Persian miniature from the famous epic Khosrow and Shirin by Nizami Ganjavi, one of the most celebrated poets of the Persian literary tradition. The scene captures the moment when Khosrow, a Sassanian king, discovers the Armenian princess Shirin bathing in a secluded pool. Khosrow, dressed in royal attire and riding…
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Why “Sic” Publishing?
Les mer: Why “Sic” Publishing?Why We Named Our Company Sic Publishing: Staying True to the Original When we set out to establish our publishing house, we knew we wanted a name that truly captured our mission. After much consideration, we settled on “Sic Publishing.” Now, we’re aware that the name might raise a few eyebrows—after all, “sic” is often…
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Fatemeh Ekhtesari
Les mer: Fatemeh EkhtesariFatemeh Ekhtesari er en iransk poet, forfatter og aktivist. Hennes tankevekkende poesi overskrider språkbarrierer og berører universelle temaer. Oppdag hennes motstandskraft og engasjement for aktivisme, spesielt i arbeidet med å bekjempe kjønnsdiskriminering og fremme kvinners rettigheter. Ekhtesaris litterære reise er en gripende utforskning av ords og aktivismes transformerende kraft.
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Samuel Tongue
Les mer: Samuel TongueSamuel Tongue, anerkjent poet og redaktør, ga ut sin første komplette samling, “Sacrifice Zones,” i 2020, og har flere hefter på samvittigheten. Publisert i anerkjente tidsskrifter og som redaktør for litterære publikasjoner, har han også vært dommer for prominente poesipriser. Flerspråklig og engasjert i litterære arrangementer, former Tongue Skottlands litterære scene, og co-regisserer også et kreativt…
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Osloove Collaboration
Les mer: Osloove CollaborationOSLOOVE represents an oral history endeavour with the objective of accumulating 400 interviews featuring residents of Oslo by the city’s forthcoming 400th anniversary in 2024. Through structured courses in oral history interviewing, ethical considerations, and consent protocols, the project endeavours to democratise historical discourse by incorporating a diverse array of perspectives. In close collaboration with…
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Getting Your Voice to Shake
Les mer: Getting Your Voice to ShakeThe book club is reading “Getting Your Voice to Shake” by Kelly Nix, a guide to intercultural communication that explores collective identities, context-dependent communication, and cultural perceptions of time. Nix uses anecdotes to illustrate complexities in cross-cultural interaction, providing a valuable perspective for anyone looking to understand and navigate cultural differences effectively.
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ICORN – protecting creative freedom
Les mer: ICORN – protecting creative freedomICORN, the International Cities of Refuge Network, offers sanctuary to writers and artists at risk, embodying freedom of expression globally. With over 70 cities providing refuge to 200+ individuals, ICORN champions cultural richness and partnerships with organizations like PEN International and Reporters Without Borders. Their dedication to artistic freedom is vital in a world where…