Fortaellinger (1881)

Fortaellinger is a collection of short stories written by Norwegian author Bjornstjerne Bjornson and published in 1881. The book includes a total of 14 stories, each exploring different themes and topics. The stories in Fortaellinger are set in Norway and often focus on the lives of ordinary people, particularly those living in rural areas. Many of the stories deal with issues such as poverty, social inequality, and the struggle for survival in harsh conditions. One of the most famous stories in the collection is ""Fiskerjenten"" (The Fisher Girl), which tells the story of a young woman who works as a fisherman's assistant and dreams of a better life. Another notable story is ""En Glad Gut"" (A Happy Boy), which follows the life of a young boy growing up in a poor family. Throughout the collection, Bjornson's writing is characterized by his attention to detail and his ability to capture the nuances of everyday life. His stories are often poignant and thought-provoking, exploring complex themes with sensitivity and insight. Overall, Fortaellinger is a classic work of Norwegian literature that offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of people in 19th-century Norway.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.