Knut Hamsun Libros

La Trilogía del vagabundo reúne las tres producciones autobiográficas más célebres de Knut Hamsun, Premio Nobel de Literatura de 1920: Bajo las estrellas del otoño, Un vagabundo con sordina y La última alegría. Un hombre de mirada lúcida huye de la ciudad para vagar por los bosques y las montañas de Noruega, ganándose la vida como puede mientras observa la asombrosa naturaleza y las costumbres humanas de quienes se cruzan en su camino. A lo largo de las tres novelas que componen este volumen —Bajo las estrellas del otoño, Un vagabundo con sordina y La última alegría— el lector puede contemplar el desarrollo vital de Knut Pedersen (verdadero nombre del autor), a sus idas y venidas de la granja que resulta el eje tópico del relato y a su lento deterioro, fruto de la obsesión y la neurastenia. De este modo, sirviéndose de una prosa elegante y sutil, Hamsun se adentra en los recovecos de la naturaleza humana a través de los ojos de un personaje que parece que ha querido huir de ella.

The story of an elemental existence in rural Norway.

Knut Hamsen remains one of the most important and influential novelists of his time. This volume offers a collection of thirteen essays and stories based largely on Hamsun's experiences during the four years he spent in the US when he was a young man. Most of these pieces have never been published before in an English translation.

The book serves as a valuable contribution to the preservation and repair of classic literature, highlighting the importance of maintaining original works. It emphasizes the efforts made to ensure these timeless pieces remain accessible and intact for future generations, showcasing a commitment to literary heritage.

Exploring the profound connection between humanity and nature, the narrative begins with a character retreating to the forest, not out of despair but in search of solace. This journey reflects a desire to escape the trappings of success and materialism, embracing a more authentic existence. Hamsun's use of symbolism enhances the themes of self-discovery and the quest for inner peace, showcasing his unique literary style that intertwines the mystical bond between man and the natural world.

The book is a significant work in the genres of Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures, highlighting its historical importance. Alpha Editions has taken care to preserve its legacy by republishing it in a modern format, ensuring clarity and readability through reformatting and redesigning, rather than relying on scanned copies. This effort aims to keep the work accessible for both present and future generations.

First published in 1927, this novel focuses on Edevart, an uprooted young Norwegian who is exposed to the corrupting ways of August, a charming scoundrel whose values threaten the stability of society