The Visionary: Pictures From Nordland by Jonas Lie
"The Visionary: Pictures From Nordland" by Jonas Lie is a novel composed in the late 19th century, specifically during the 1890s. The work reflects on the life and experiences of its protagonist, David Holst, a deeply introspective character facing tragedy and existential dilemmas in the remote landscape of Nordland, Norway. This novel captures the essence of love, loss, and a connection to nature, delving into David's complex psyche as he grapples withvisions that foreshadow calamity and the shadows of his past. The opening of the novel establishes a nostalgic and somewhat somber atmosphere, as it introduces David Holst, who is revisited by an old friend while reflecting on his tumultuous life. Through his interactions with this friend, readers learn about David's struggles with mental health, including a hereditary predisposition to insanity, and his deep-seated love for Susanna, a significant figure from his past. The narrative intertwines vivid descriptions of the harsh yet beautiful Nordic landscape with David's internal battles, capturing the haunting influence of both personal and broader existential storms. As David confronts his memories and the visceral realities of life in Nordland, themes of fate, love, and the supernatural begin to emerge. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lie, Jonas, 1833-1908 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Muir, Jessie |
| Uniform Title | Den Fremsynte. English |
| Title | The Visionary: Pictures From Nordland |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Note | Translation of: Den Fremsynte |
| Credits | Produced by Clare Boothby, Jim Wiborg and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Norway -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 13922 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 120 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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