The Hatchet by Mihail Sadoveanu
The novel follows the journey of a young boy named Gheorghiță, who embarks on a quest to find his father, a skilled woodsman, in the vast and mysterious forests of Romania. As Gheorghiță navigates the wilderness, he encounters various challenges and learns valuable lessons about survival, resilience, and the bond between humans and nature. The story delves into themes of self-discovery and the passage from childhood to adulthood, set against the backdrop of the enchanting and sometimes perilous natural world. Through his adventures, Gheorghiță gains a deeper understanding of his heritage and the importance of family and tradition.
The 3953rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1930
- Nationality
- Romanian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Romanian
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- Alternate Titles
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- Baltagul
- The Axe
- The Battle Axe
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- A Canonical List: 100 Romanian Books of Prose in 100 Years (1918-2018) (României literare)