The Best of Knut Hamsun
Enriched edition. Growth of the Soil, Hunger, Shallow Soil, Pan, Mothwise, Under the Autumn Star, The Road Leads On, A Wanderer Plays On Muted StringsBy Knut Hamsun
Length74h 58m
About this audiobook
Knut Hamsun's 'The Best of Knut Hamsun' is a collection of the author's most renowned works, showcasing his unique literary style characterized by introspection, psychological insight, and vivid descriptions of nature. Hamsun, a Nobel Prize-winning Norwegian writer, is known for his influential contributions to modernist literature, particularly his innovative use of stream of consciousness narrative technique. The selected works in this anthology offer readers a glimpse into Hamsun's profound exploration of the human psyche and his keen observations of societal norms and values in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. With themes ranging from existentialism to romanticism, Hamsun's writing remains relevant and thought-provoking today. Evangelizing the primacy of individualism over conformity, Hamsun's works invite readers to embark on a journey of self-discovery and critical reflection on the complexities of the human experience. 'The Best of Knut Hamsun' is a must-read for literary enthusiasts seeking a deeper understanding of modernist literature and the psychological underpinnings of human behavior.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★★ 4.6 (28)
Includes Goodreads
GenreLiterary Classics
Length74 hrs 58 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 18, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Best of Knut Hamsun
26Chapter IV
2Introduction
27Chapter V
3Author Biography
28Chapter VI
4Historical Context
29Chapter VII
5Synopsis (Selection)
30Chapter VIII
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6Hunger (pt. 1)
31Chapter IX
7Hunger (pt. 2)
32Chapter X
8Hunger (pt. 3)
33Chapter XI
9Shallow Soil (pt. 1)
34Chapter XII
10Shallow Soil (pt. 2)
35Chapter XIII
11Shallow Soil (pt. 3)
36Chapter XIV
12Shallow Soil (pt. 4)
37Chapter XV
13Pan (pt. 1)
38Chapter XVI
14Pan (pt. 2)
39Chapter XVII
15Glahn's Death A Document of 1861
40Chapter XVIII
16Mothwise (pt. 1)
41Chapter XIX
17Mothwise (pt. 2)
42BOOK TWO
18Look Back on Happiness (pt. 1)
43Chapter I
19Look Back on Happiness (pt. 2)
44Chapter II
20Look Back on Happiness (pt. 3)
45Chapter III
21Growth of the Soil
46Chapter IV
22BOOK ONE
47Chapter V
23Chapter I
48Chapter VI
24Chapter II
49Chapter VII
25Chapter III
50Chapter VIII
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