The Classic Collection of Selma Lagerlöf. Novels and Stories. Illustrated
This Classic Collection of Selma Lagerlf brings together the most beloved novels and stories of the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Lagerlf's works blend folklore, history, and moral fables, making her a central figure in Scandinavian literary tradition.
Key highlights include The Story of Gsta Berling, a novel about a defrocked priest whose wild adventures challenge societal norms while exploring themes of redemption and human frailty. The Wonderful Adventures of Nils, one of her most famous works, follows a mischievous boy turned into a tiny creature who embarks on a magical journey across Sweden, blending education with enchanting storytelling. Jerusalem delves into the religious fervor of a Swedish farming community as they grapple with their faith and decisions to migrate to the Holy Land.
Lagerlf's Christ Legends retell Christian stories with a poetic and spiritual touch, showcasing her ability to infuse myths with profound human insight.
This collection offers a gateway into Lagerlf's rich storytelling, which combines mysticism, morality, and the complexities of the human spirit, making her works timeless and universally appreciated.
Contents:
The Wonderful Adventures of Nils
Christ Legends
The Story of Gsta Berling
The Emperor of Portugallia
The Treasure
Jerusalem
A Christmas Guest
The Holy Night
The Legend of the Christmas Rose
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Key highlights include The Story of Gsta Berling, a novel about a defrocked priest whose wild adventures challenge societal norms while exploring themes of redemption and human frailty. The Wonderful Adventures of Nils, one of her most famous works, follows a mischievous boy turned into a tiny creature who embarks on a magical journey across Sweden, blending education with enchanting storytelling. Jerusalem delves into the religious fervor of a Swedish farming community as they grapple with their faith and decisions to migrate to the Holy Land.
Lagerlf's Christ Legends retell Christian stories with a poetic and spiritual touch, showcasing her ability to infuse myths with profound human insight.
This collection offers a gateway into Lagerlf's rich storytelling, which combines mysticism, morality, and the complexities of the human spirit, making her works timeless and universally appreciated.
Contents:
The Wonderful Adventures of Nils
Christ Legends
The Story of Gsta Berling
The Emperor of Portugallia
The Treasure
Jerusalem
A Christmas Guest
The Holy Night
The Legend of the Christmas Rose
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