Karl Ove Knausgård

Karl Ove Knausgård, a celebrated Norwegian author, dives into the quest for total freedom in writing. He discusses the essence of mimesis and its role in storytelling, reflecting on personal experiences that shape artistic expression. Knausgård shares insights from Ingmar Bergman’s workbooks and the parenting boost to his productivity. The conversation traverses themes of literature's intersection with anxiety, as embodied in Edvard Munch's 'The Scream', while exploring identity, cultural heritage, and the sanctity of autobiographical writing.