Wanderers by Knut Hamsun
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About this eBook
| Author | Hamsun, Knut, 1859-1952 |
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| Translator | Worster, W. J. Alexander (William John Alexander), 1882-1929 |
| Uniform Title | Under hølststjaernen. English |
| Title | Wanderers |
| Note | Reading ease score: 91.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Contents | Under the autumn star -- A wanderer plays on muted strings. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Wanderers" by Knut Hamsun is a novel written during the late 19th century. The book features an autobiographical protagonist, Knut Pedersen, who navigates themes of longing and introspection as he reflects on his past and desires a return to peace amid the struggle of life. Hamsun's writing often delves deeply into the psychological aspects of his characters, revealing their innermost emotions and vulnerabilities. The opening of "Wanderers" sets a reflective tone, introducing us to Knut Pedersen as he reminisces about a lost tranquility, recalling images of nature and a desire to escape from city life. He finds himself on a remote island, where he experiences a profound sense of joy intertwined with melancholy, juxtaposing his memories of youth with his current state of quiet desperation. As he interacts with local inhabitants, including Old Gunhild and the painter Grindhusen, the narrative foreshadows a deeper exploration of human connections and the intricate web of relationships that shape his introspections. Hamsun’s elegant prose paints a rich portrait of a quest for meaning and identity, threading moments of nostalgia throughout the character’s journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Norway -- Fiction |
| Subject | Norwegian fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7762 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 148 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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