Shallow Soil by Knut Hamsun
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| Author | Hamsun, Knut, 1859-1952 |
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| Translator | Hyllested, Carl Christian |
| Title | Shallow Soil |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Eric Eldred, Robert Connal and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary | "Shallow Soil" by Knut Hamsun is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the complexities of human relationships and social dynamics in Norway's Christiania, focusing on the lives of its characters against the backdrop of societal change. The character of Ole Henriksen, a businessman, is introduced along with his fiancée, Aagot, and his interactions with various friends and acquaintances reveal the intricate web of emotions, aspirations, and disillusionments that define their existence. The opening of "Shallow Soil" warmly introduces the bustling life of the city as the sun rises, casting a golden light over everyday activities in the harbor and streets. It primarily features Ole Henriksen, who has just returned from Torahus with his fiancée, Aagot, as they navigate the world of commerce and camaraderie. As they interact with friends like the celebrated poet Irgens and the artist Milde, the atmosphere is lively and reflective of both the vibrancy and the challenges of urban life. Conversations among the characters delve into themes of ambition, love, and social standing, setting the stage for deeper explorations of personal and artistic aspirations that define their lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Norway -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7537 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 30, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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