Benjamin is the heir to an estate in the north of Norway. His abiding memory of his mother's dead Russian lover haunts his life, but in maturity he knows he is the heir and, to that magical, icy world, he will always return
Herbjørg Wassmo Book order
December 6, 1942
Herbjørg Wassmo's writing delves into the complexities of the human psyche and intricate relationships, often focusing on the resilience of individuals, particularly women, as they navigate adversity and forge their own paths. She masterfully crafts settings and atmospheres, immersing readers in compelling narratives filled with raw emotion and internal struggles. Wassmo's style is distinguished by its starkness yet possesses a poetic beauty that lingers long after the final page. Her exploration of enduring strength and the search for identity makes her work profoundly resonant.
- 2001
- 1996
Dina's Book
- 532 pages
- 19 hours of reading
Set in Norway in the mid-19th century, this novel tells the story of a beautiful and eccentric young woman, who as a child indirectly causes the death of her mother, and the consequences it brings to bear on her life thereafter.
