Renowned Swedish novelist and poet Lars Gustafsson spent much of his life in Austin, and taught classes in both creative writing and philosophy at UT. To celebrate his life and work, Gustafsson’s former colleagues and students will gather to read selections of his poetry at 7 p.m. on April 27th, in the Joynes Reading Room. This event will also remember poet Christopher Middleton, who translated much of Gustafsson’s work into English. Readers will include: 

Paul Woodruff, former dean of Undergraduate Studies 

Jim Magnuson, director of the Michener Center for Writers

John Weinstock, scholar of Scandinavian literature

Lee Walker, educator and community leader

Kurt Heinzelman, poet and UT professor of literature

Carrie Fountain, St. Edward’s University writer in residence and former student of Lars Gustafsson

The Joynes Reading Room has a limited number of free books by Lars Gustafsson, which we will give away to honors students who wish to attend the event. (To claim a free book, inquire in person at the front desk of the Joynes Room.) This reading is free and open to the public. No ticket or RSVP is required. The Joynes Reading Room is located on the east side of the Carothers building at 2501 Whitis Avenue on the UT Austin campus. Call 512-471-5787 for more info.