Dr. Jon Viklund

Biography

Jon Viklund is an Associate Professor in the Department of Literature and Rhetoric at Uppsala University, where he has been a faculty member since 2004. He completed his dissertation on the 19th-century Swedish author C.J.L. Almqvist, focusing on the intricacies of his literary style and contributions. Viklund's research interests encompass several areas within rhetoric, including political rhetoric, the historical evolution of rhetorical practices, and romantic literature. He is also engaged in scholarly editing and genetic criticism. Throughout his career, Viklund has contributed significantly to the field through various scholarly publications, including articles and book chapters on topics such as the rhetoric of national identity in Sweden and analyses of literary figures like August Strindberg. He has served as the General Secretary of the Swedish Society for Literature and currently holds the position of Director of Studies for undergraduate education within his department. His recent work includes studies examining the changing status of rhetoric in early 19th-century Sweden and the analysis of rhetorical practices in historical texts.

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