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Troels Obbekær is a PhD Research Support Employee at the University of Southern Denmark within the Faculty of Humanities. His research focuses on Danish literature, particularly exploring Danish rap lyrics through a literary lens incorporating musicology, cultural analysis, and cultural history. His PhD thesis investigates how Danish rappers imbue meaning in their lyrics, highlighting issues such as gender, class, and ethnicity within the context of public and political negotiations of 'parallel societies' and 'ghettos'. He is actively engaged in contemporary literature studies with a keen interest in the interplay of class and gender. Additionally, Troels serves as an editor of encyclopedic articles on Danish hip hop and contemporary Danish literature, showcasing his commitment to advancing literature education in Denmark.
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