Gösta Berlings Saga by Selma Lagerlöf
Set in the picturesque landscape of 19th-century Sweden, this novel follows the tumultuous life of a defrocked priest who becomes the charismatic leader of a group of eccentric outcasts at the Ekeby estate. Through a series of adventures and misadventures, the narrative explores themes of redemption, love, and the struggle between duty and desire. The story weaves together elements of folklore and realism, painting a vivid portrait of a community grappling with change and the complexities of human nature.
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- Published
- 1891
- Nationality
- Swedish
- Length
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- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- Swedish
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- Alternate Titles
- - The Story of Gösta Berling
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