Lucky Per by Henrik Pontoppidan
The novel follows the life of Per Sidenius, a young man from a devoutly religious family, who rebels against his provincial upbringing to seek fortune and success as an engineer in the bustling world of Copenhagen. Ambitious and driven, Per dreams of freeing Denmark from its reliance on foreign energy through his innovative engineering projects. Throughout his journey, he confronts the rigid class structures of Danish society, engages in tumultuous relationships, and struggles with his own internal conflicts and existential doubts. Despite his initial rapid ascent, Per ultimately faces the consequences of his relentless pursuit of material success, leading him to reevaluate the true meaning of fulfillment and happiness in life.
The 2046th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1898
- Nationality
- Danish
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- 200,000
- Original Language
- Danish
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- 32nd on 50 Classics You Must Read Before You Die (Gyldendal (Denmark Publisher))
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