In God's Way: A Novel by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson

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Author Bjørnson, Bjørnstjerne, 1832-1910
Editor Gosse, Edmund, 1849-1928
Translator Carmichael, Elizabeth
Uniform Title På Guds veje. English
Title In God's Way: A Novel
Note Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "In God's Way: A Novel" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a literary fiction work written in the late 19th century." The story delves into themes of childhood, morality, and the complexities of human relationships. It primarily revolves around two boys, Edward Kallem and Ole Tuft, navigating their school life, the influence of societal expectations, and personal aspirations. "The opening of the novel introduces readers to a vivid setting marked by a recently ended storm." A fourteen-year-old boy, Edward Kallem, stands on a hillside, grappling with both awe and fear as he observes the tumultuous sea and reflects on a prophecy of the world's end. The narrative begins to explore the boys' lives as Edward becomes curious about Ole Tuft, a diligent peasant boy who has taken to caring for the sick in a fishing village. As Edward confronts the mixed feelings of admiration and envy towards Ole's noble endeavors, hints of turmoil in their school relationships emerge. This initial chapter sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their moral dilemmas and the challenges they will face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Norway -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 37726
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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