Bjornson’s Synnove Solbakken (1905)

Bjornson's Synnove Solbakken is a novel written by the Norwegian author Bjornstjerne Bjornson in 1905. The story is set in rural Norway and follows the life of a young woman named Synnove Solbakken. She is the daughter of a wealthy farmer and falls in love with a poor farmer's son named Thorbjorn. However, their love is forbidden due to their social status and the disapproval of their families.The novel explores the themes of love, class, tradition, and societal expectations. It also delves into the struggles of rural life and the challenges faced by farmers in Norway during the 19th century.George Tobias Flom's translation of the novel into English has been widely acclaimed for its accuracy and readability. The book is a classic of Norwegian literature and has been adapted into several films and plays. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Scandinavian literature, rural life, and the complexities of human relationships.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.