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Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson

Bjørnstjerne Martinius Bjørnson was a Norwegian writer who received the 1903 Nobel Prize in Literature "as a tribute to his noble, magnificent and versatile poetry, which has always been distinguished by both the freshness of its inspiration and the rare purity of its spirit". The first Norwegian Nobel laureate, he was a prolific polemicist and extremely influential in Norwegian public life and Scandinavian cultural debate. Bjørnson is considered to be one of the four great Norwegian writers, alongside Ibsen, Lie, and Kielland. He is also celebrated for his lyrics to the Norwegian national anthem, "Ja, vi elsker dette landet". The composer Fredrikke Waaler based a composition for voice and piano on a text by Bjørnson, as did Anna Teichmüller.

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Three Comedies

"Three Comedies" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a collection of three plays written in the late 19th century. The works in this volume explore themes of ...

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Poems and Songs

"Poems and Songs" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a collection of lyrical poetry written during the late 19th century. The anthology showcases the profoun...

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In God's Way: A Novel

"In God's Way: A Novel" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a literary fiction work written in the late 19th century." The story delves into themes of childho...

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The Heritage of the Kurts, Volume 1 (of 2)

"The Heritage of the Kurts, Volume 1" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a novel written in the late 19th century that explores themes of inheritance, social...

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Ovind: A Story of Country Life in Norway

"Ovind: A Story of Country Life in Norway" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story captures the experiences of...

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The Bridal March; One Day

"The Bridal March; One Day" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a work of fiction written in the late 19th century. This intricate tale explores themes of lov...

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Three Dramas

"Three Dramas" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a collection of three plays written during the later half of the 19th century. This anthology includes "The...

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Absalom's Hair

"Absalom's Hair" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Harald Kaas, a once-vibrant ma...

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Arne; Early Tales and Sketches Patriots Edition

"Arne; Early Tales and Sketches" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a novel written in the mid-19th century. The story centers around a young boy named Arne,...

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The Heritage of the Kurts, Volume 2 (of 2)

"The Heritage of the Kurts, Volume 2 (of 2)" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the lives an...

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Arne: A Sketch of Norwegian Country Life

"Arne: A Sketch of Norwegian Country Life" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a fictional narrative written in the late 19th century. This work presents a vi...

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Magnhild; Dust

"Magnhild; Dust" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in Norway, primarily in the areas s...

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A Happy Boy

"A Happy Boy" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a novel written during the mid-19th century, renowned for its vivid portrayal of peasant life. The story rev...

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The Fisher Girl

"The Fisher Girl" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. This novel centers around the lives of the inhabitant...

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Mary

"Mary" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book centers around the Krog family, particularly focusing on Anders ...

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Captain Mansana & Mother's Hands

"Captain Mansana & Mother's Hands" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The book consists of two stories, wi...

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