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In 1995 the first volume was the basis for a commercial film, kristin lavransdatter, directed by liv ullman. The first edition of the novel was published in 1920, and was written by sigrid undset. Kristin lavransdatter, historical novel in three volumes by sigrid undset, published from 1920 to 1922. Kristin lavransdatter is a 3volume norwegian epic set in the 14th century. Kristin lavransdatter is entering old age, but still has her health. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 1144 pages and is available in paperback format. The books are often called modernist they were originally published in 19201922 which fascinates me because ive never read modernist or experimental fiction set so far in the past. Customers who viewed this item also viewed these digital items.
A medieval epic written in the 1920s about a norwegian girl in the 14th century. The cross by sigrid undset, in very good condition. Always update books hourly, if not looking, search in the book. You can purchase it as either one volume or as three separate ones. The trilogy is set in medieval norway and consists of kransen 1920. Painting a richly detailed backdrop, undset immerses readers in the daytoday life, social conventions, and political and religious undercurrents of the period.
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