Pelle The Conqueror by Martin Andersen Nexø
Boyhood
The novel follows the life of a young boy named Pelle and his father Lasse, who migrate to Denmark from Sweden in search of a better life. They find work on a large farm, where they are subjected to harsh conditions and exploitation by the upper classes. Despite the struggles and injustices he faces, Pelle is determined and optimistic, embodying the spirit of the working class and their fight for a dignified existence. His journey from a poor laborer to a self-made man is a testament to resilience and the pursuit of social justice, reflecting the broader labor movement of the time.
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- Published
- 1906
- Nationality
- Danish
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 820
- Original Language
- Danish
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- Alternate Titles
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- Pelle Erobreren
- Pelle de Veroveraar
- Pelle der Eroberer
- Pelle el Conquistador
- Pelle il conquistatore
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