The Fisher Girl by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson
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"The Fisher Girl" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. This novel centers around the lives of the inhabitants of a small coastal town, exploring themes of love, social status, and personal growth. The narrative focuses specifically on the main characters Peter and his son Pedro, as well as Gunlaug, known as "The Fisher Girl," who impacts their lives in profound ways. At the start of
the book, the reader is introduced to a tranquil seaside town characterized by picturesque wooden houses and a close-knit community. The narrative recounts the upbringing of young Pedro, son of Peer Olsen, who struggles with his identity and the expectations placed upon him. Pedro’s life changes when he meets Gunlaug, a spirited girl from a less privileged background who captivates him with her self-reliance and adventurous spirit. The opening portion establishes the delicate balance between social class and personal aspirations, foreshadowing the complex relationships that will develop as Pedro and Gunlaug navigate their distinct worlds, shaped by love and the social norms of their environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bjørnson, Bjørnstjerne, 1832-1910 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Hjerleid, Elizabeth |
| Translator | Hjerleid, Sivert |
| Uniform Title | Fiskerjenten. English |
| Title | The Fisher Girl |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Bildungsromans |
| Subject | Norway -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 37725 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-37725-4 |
| Release Date | Oct 11, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 517 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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