A Happy Boy by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson
"A Happy Boy" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a novel written during the mid-19th century, renowned for its vivid portrayal of peasant life. The story revolves around Oyvind, a lively and innocent boy whose experiences reflect the joys and heartaches of growing up in a rural Norwegian setting, emphasizing his strong connection to nature, his family, and the budding complexities of childhood friendships, particularly with a girl named Marit. At the start of
the novel, we meet Oyvind as a laughing infant, quickly revealing his cheerful demeanor and spirited personality. The narrative unfolds with Oyvind’s interactions in his idyllic surroundings, including a playful encounter with Marit over a goat. This introduction sets the tone for Oyvind's youthful adventures and introduces themes of innocence, loss, and growth. As Oyvind navigates his childhood, the opening chapters paint a picture of his upbringing, foreshadowing the challenges he will face as he matures and explores the depths of his emotions and aspirations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bjørnson, Bjørnstjerne, 1832-1910 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Anderson, Rasmus Björn, 1846-1936 |
| Uniform Title | En glad gut. English |
| Title | A Happy Boy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 86.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/En_glad_Gut |
| Credits | Produced by David S. Miller |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Norway -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12633 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 93 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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