Sigrid Undset Libros

Set in 14th century Norway, the final book of the "Kristin Lavransdatter" trilogy follows Kristin as she returns to her childhood farm after losing her husband's inheritance. Struggling to earn the respect of her community, she faces various family and personal conflicts that lead to a tragic conclusion. The trilogy is acclaimed for its realistic depiction of Norwegian life, showcasing Kristin's journey from a rebellious youth to a woman grappling with adult responsibilities and societal expectations.

"The third volume of Olav Audunssøn finds Olav heartbroken by loss and further estranged from his son. Set in a time and place where royalty and religion vie for power, and bloodlines and loyalties are law, Crossroads summons a powerful picture of Northern life in medieval times--a moving re-creation of a vanished world tainted by bloodshed and haunted by sin and retribution."-- Provided by publisher

Delve into a captivating exploration of a significant historical figure's life, revealing the complexities of their character and the impact of their actions on society. This biography offers an in-depth analysis of personal struggles, achievements, and the broader historical context, making it a compelling read for those interested in the interplay between individual lives and historical events. The narrative is rich with detail, providing a vivid portrayal that brings history to life.

The acknowledged masterpiece of the Nobel Prize-winning Norwegian novelist Sigrid Undset, Kristin Lavransdatter has never been out of print in this country since its first publication in 1927. Its story of a woman's life in fourteenth-century Norway has kept its hold on generations of readers, and the heroine, Kristin—beautiful, strong-willed, and passionate—stands with the world's great literary figures. Volume 1, The Bridal Wreath, describes young Kristin's stormy romance with the dashing Erlend Nikulausson, a young man perhaps overly fond of women, of whom her father strongly disapproves.

The narrative follows a young, aspiring painter navigating the complexities of life and love. Set against a backdrop of emotional depth, the story explores her struggles, aspirations, and relationships, reflecting the poignant themes of ambition and romance. With rich character development and evocative prose, this classic romance captures the essence of artistic yearning and the challenges faced by a woman in pursuit of her dreams.

"The Mistress of Husaby, tells of Kristin's troubled and eventful married life on the great estate of Husaby, to which her husband has taken her."-- provided by publisher

Inspired by tales of the hero Vilmund Vidutan and his fellow knights, Sigurd Jonsson and his young friends Ivar and Helge set out to reenact these exploits on their medieval Norwegian farm. But when the summer is nearly over, the three boys stumble into real trouble and must prove their courage in an adventure all their own.

This is "the story of Ida Elisabeth, who marries her teenage sweetheart. Early in their marriage, she realizes that her charming husband is incapable of supporting the family and she sews dresses to make ends meet. After the marriage falls apart, Ida Elisabeth moves with her children to a small town, where she attracts the attention of a man with the drive her husband lacked. As she contemplates marring again, her former husband, now gravely sick, re-enters her life"--Page 4 of cover.

The first historical novel by the Nobel Prize-winning author of Kristin Lavransdatter A Penguin Classic More than a decade before writing Kristin Lavransdatter, the trilogy about fourteenth-century Norway that won her the Nobel Prize, Sigrid Undset published Gunnar’s Daughter, a brief, swiftly moving tale about a more violent period of her country’s history, the Saga Age. Set in Norway and Iceland at the beginning of the eleventh century, Gunnar's Daughter is the story of the beautiful, spoiled Vigdis Gunnarsdatter, who is raped by the man she had wanted to love. A woman of courage and intelligence, Vigdis is toughened by adversity. Alone she raises the child conceived in violence, repeatedly defending her autonomy in a world governed by men. Alone she rebuilds her life and restores her family's honor—until an unremitting social code propels her to take the action that again destroys her happiness. First published in 1909, Gunnar's Daughter was in part a response to the rise of nationalism and Norway's search for a national identity in its Viking past. But unlike most of the Viking-inspired art of its period, Gunnar's Daughter is not a historical romance. It is a skillful conversation between two historical moments about questions as troublesome in Undset's own time—and in ours—as they were in the Saga Age: rape and revenge, civil and domestic violence, troubled marriages, and children made victims of their parents' problems.