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Ingvar Ambjørnsen

    May 20, 1956

    This Norwegian author is celebrated for his profound explorations of outsiders and those living on the fringes of society. His works consistently champion the cause of the marginalized, delving into themes of mental health and social exclusion with empathy and sharp insight. Through his distinctive narrative style, he crafts stories that are both deeply human and intellectually stimulating. His literary prowess lies in giving voice to the unheard and examining the complexities of the human condition.

    Ingvar Ambjørnsen
    Der letzte Deal
    Teilweise abwesend. Erzählungen
    Natt til mørk morgen
    Die mechanische Frau. Roman
    Den Oridongo hinauf
    Beyond the Great Indoors
    • 2005

      Beyond the Great Indoors

      • 304 pages
      • 11 hours of reading
      3.9(270)Add rating

      "Elling has a wildly overactive imagination and has been molly-coddled by his mother all his life, so when she dies he is left completely incapable of taking care of himself. After a stint in the very helpful Broynes Rehabilitation Centre, Elling returns to Oslo with his room-mate Kjell Bjarne in tow. Together the odd couple embark on a free-spirited new life. On a quest to live like normal average people, Elling and Kjell's friendship grows - kittens, girlfriends and terrorist poetry enter the equation - even fame beckons. But there are fears to conquer before that, answering the telephone for one, leaving the house for another and the journey outdoors is by no means an easy one. A touching and hiliarious comedy of anxiety from Norway's biggest talent, Beyond the Great Indoors rejoices in the simplest pleasures of life and reminds us of the importance of conquering our everyday fears."--Provided by publisher.

      Beyond the Great Indoors