Herman Bang
Herman Bang was a Danish author and one of the leading figures of the modern breakthrough in Scandinavian literature. Born on April 20, 1857, in Denmark, he was known for his novels and short stories that often focused on themes of loneliness and social isolation, portraying the lives of marginalized and overlooked characters with psychological depth and sensitivity. Bang's writing style combined naturalism and impressionism, and his works include 'Fædra' (1883) and 'Stuk' (1887). He died on January 29, 1912.
Books
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1. Ved Vejen
The book is a poignant portrayal of life in a small Danish town in the late 19th century, focusing on the story of a young woman named Katinka, who is trapped in a loveless marriage to a stationmaster. Her life is marked by monotony and unfulfilled desires until she meets a dashing engineer, with whom she develops a deep, albeit platonic, relationship. The narrative delves into themes of social constraints, personal longing, and the quiet despair of everyday existence, highlighting the emotional turmoil and inner life of the protagonist against the backdrop of a rigid and unforgiving social structure.
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