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The '''Swedish Academy''' ({{lang-sv|Svenska Akademien}}) is a [[Sweden|Swedish]] [[learned society]] founded in [[1786]] by [[Gustav III of Sweden|King Gustav III]]. The Academy is headquartered in [[Stockholm]], Sweden, and is known for its role in maintaining the [[Swedish language]] and for awarding the prestigious [[Nobel Prize in Literature]].
The '''Swedish Academy''' ({{lang-sv|Svenska Akademien}}) is a prestigious [[learned society]] in [[Sweden]], founded in 1786 by King [[Gustav III of Sweden]]. The Academy is known for its role in maintaining the purity, strength, and sublimity of the Swedish language, as well as for awarding the [[Nobel Prize in Literature]].


== History ==
== History ==
The Swedish Academy was established on April 5, 1786, by King [[Gustav III of Sweden]]. The founding of the Academy was part of Gustav III's efforts to promote Swedish culture and literature. The Academy was modeled after the [[Académie Française]] and was tasked with the responsibility of preserving the purity, strength, and majesty of the Swedish language.
The Swedish Academy was established on April 5, 1786, by King Gustav III, who was inspired by the [[Académie Française]]. The founding of the Academy was part of Gustav III's broader cultural policy to promote the arts and sciences in Sweden. The Academy was tasked with the responsibility of developing the Swedish language and literature.


== Organization ==
== Structure and Membership ==
The Academy consists of 18 members, who are elected for life. These members are often referred to as "De Aderton" (The Eighteen). The Academy's work is divided into various committees and working groups, each focusing on different aspects of the Swedish language and literature.
The Academy consists of 18 members, known as "De Aderton" ("The Eighteen"), who are elected for life. Members are chosen from among Sweden's most distinguished authors, linguists, and scholars. The Academy's membership is exclusive, and vacancies are filled by election among the current members.
 
The [[Permanent Secretary]] is the head of the Academy and is responsible for its day-to-day operations. The current Permanent Secretary is [[Mats Malm]], who has held the position since 2019.


== Functions ==
== Functions ==
The primary functions of the Swedish Academy include:
The primary functions of the Swedish Academy include:
* Awarding the [[Nobel Prize in Literature]]
 
* Publishing the [[Swedish Academy Dictionary]] (''Svenska Akademiens ordbok'')
* '''Language Development''': The Academy is responsible for the publication of the "Svenska Akademiens ordlista" (SAOL), a comprehensive dictionary of the Swedish language, and the "Svenska Akademiens grammatik" (SAG), a detailed grammar of Swedish.
* Awarding various literary prizes and scholarships
 
* Promoting Swedish literature and language
* '''Literary Awards''': The Academy awards several literary prizes, the most notable being the [[Nobel Prize in Literature]], which has been awarded annually since 1901. The Nobel Prize in Literature is one of the five original Nobel Prizes established by the will of [[Alfred Nobel]].
 
* '''Cultural Promotion''': The Academy supports Swedish literature and culture through various grants and awards.


== Nobel Prize in Literature ==
== Nobel Prize in Literature ==
One of the most significant roles of the Swedish Academy is the awarding of the [[Nobel Prize in Literature]]. The prize was established by the will of [[Alfred Nobel]] and has been awarded annually since 1901. The Nobel Prize in Literature is awarded to an author, from any country, who has produced "in the field of literature the most distinguished work in an idealistic direction."
The Nobel Prize in Literature is awarded annually by the Swedish Academy to an author, from any country, who has produced "in the field of literature the most distinguished work in an idealistic direction." The selection process is highly secretive, and the decision is made by the Academy's members.
 
== Swedish Academy Dictionary ==
The Swedish Academy Dictionary (''Svenska Akademiens ordbok'') is a comprehensive dictionary of the Swedish language. The dictionary project began in 1787 and is still ongoing. It aims to document the Swedish language from the 1520s to the present day.


== Controversies ==
== Criticism and Controversies ==
The Swedish Academy has faced several controversies over the years, including allegations of sexual misconduct and financial improprieties. These controversies have led to resignations and reforms within the Academy.
The Swedish Academy has faced criticism and controversies over the years, particularly regarding its selection process for the Nobel Prize in Literature. In recent years, the Academy has also been involved in scandals that have led to resignations and reforms within the organization.


== See also ==
== Also see ==
* [[Nobel Prize]]
* [[Nobel Prize]]
* [[Académie Française]]
* [[Gustav III of Sweden]]
* [[Gustav III of Sweden]]
* [[Literary criticism]]
* [[Swedish language]]
* [[Swedish language]]
* [[Académie Française]]
* [[Stockholm]]


== Related pages ==
{{Nobel Prizes}}
* [[Nobel Prize in Literature]]
{{Swedish culture}}
* [[Swedish Academy Dictionary]]
* [[Gustav III of Sweden]]
* [[Stockholm]]
* [[Académie Française]]


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Swedish Academy
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Formation 1786
Type Learned society
Headquarters Stockholm, Sweden
Membership N/A
Language Swedish
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Website www.svenskaakademien.se


The Swedish Academy (Swedish: Svenska Akademien) is a prestigious learned society in Sweden, founded in 1786 by King Gustav III of Sweden. The Academy is known for its role in maintaining the purity, strength, and sublimity of the Swedish language, as well as for awarding the Nobel Prize in Literature.

History[edit]

The Swedish Academy was established on April 5, 1786, by King Gustav III, who was inspired by the Académie Française. The founding of the Academy was part of Gustav III's broader cultural policy to promote the arts and sciences in Sweden. The Academy was tasked with the responsibility of developing the Swedish language and literature.

Structure and Membership[edit]

The Academy consists of 18 members, known as "De Aderton" ("The Eighteen"), who are elected for life. Members are chosen from among Sweden's most distinguished authors, linguists, and scholars. The Academy's membership is exclusive, and vacancies are filled by election among the current members.

Functions[edit]

The primary functions of the Swedish Academy include:

  • Language Development: The Academy is responsible for the publication of the "Svenska Akademiens ordlista" (SAOL), a comprehensive dictionary of the Swedish language, and the "Svenska Akademiens grammatik" (SAG), a detailed grammar of Swedish.
  • Literary Awards: The Academy awards several literary prizes, the most notable being the Nobel Prize in Literature, which has been awarded annually since 1901. The Nobel Prize in Literature is one of the five original Nobel Prizes established by the will of Alfred Nobel.
  • Cultural Promotion: The Academy supports Swedish literature and culture through various grants and awards.

Nobel Prize in Literature[edit]

The Nobel Prize in Literature is awarded annually by the Swedish Academy to an author, from any country, who has produced "in the field of literature the most distinguished work in an idealistic direction." The selection process is highly secretive, and the decision is made by the Academy's members.

Criticism and Controversies[edit]

The Swedish Academy has faced criticism and controversies over the years, particularly regarding its selection process for the Nobel Prize in Literature. In recent years, the Academy has also been involved in scandals that have led to resignations and reforms within the organization.

Also see[edit]



Nobel Prizes
Prizes
Laureates
Related
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