Lars Hård by Jan Fridegård
En berättelse om en man och hans väg
The novel follows the life of a young Swedish farmhand named Lars, who struggles against the oppressive societal and economic structures of early 20th-century rural Sweden. As Lars navigates a world marked by poverty, class conflict, and personal hardship, he grapples with his identity and aspirations for a better life. The story delves into themes of social injustice, personal resilience, and the quest for freedom, offering a poignant critique of the rigid class system and the harsh realities faced by the working class during this period. Through Lars's journey, the narrative explores the tension between individual desires and societal constraints.
The 6600th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1935
- Nationality
- Swedish
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- Swedish
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 33rd on The Century's Most Significant Swedish Books (The TV program Röda Rummet (SVT))
- 54th on Introduction to a top 100 list of Swedish books. (BIF (Biblioteket i fokus))