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Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen

    September 23, 1848 – October 4, 1895

    Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen was a prolific Norwegian-American author and college professor, recognized for his engaging public lectures and extensive literary output. His most enduring works often drew inspiration from Norwegian culture and customs, appealing to a wide audience. Boyesen's creative output spanned novels, short stories, and poetry for both adults and children. He is remembered for his contributions to American literature, particularly his early narratives reflecting the immigrant experience.

    Ilka on the Hill-Top and Other Stories
    Essays on Scandinavian Literature
    Tales from Two Hemispheres
    The Modern Vikings
    Boyhood in Norway
    A Good-For-Nothing
    • 2023

      The author, Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen, is notable for his contributions to literature as a Norwegian-American writer and college professor. His most recognized work, Gunnar: A Tale of Norse Life, is significant as it is regarded as the first novel by a Norwegian immigrant in America. After migrating in 1869, he took on the role of assistant editor for a Norwegian weekly in Chicago and produced several scholarly works focusing on German and Scandinavian literature, including analyses of prominent authors like Goethe, Schiller, and Ibsen.

      A Good-For-Nothing
    • 2023

      Boyhood in Norway

      in large print

      • 216 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Focusing on accessibility, this publication by Megali aims to make historical works more readable for individuals with impaired vision by using large print. The effort highlights the importance of inclusivity in literature, ensuring that classic texts are available to a broader audience.

      Boyhood in Norway
    • 2023

      The Modern Vikings

      Stories of Life and Sport in the Norseland

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      The author, Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen, is notable for his contributions to literature as a Norwegian-American writer and professor. His most recognized work, Gunnar: A Tale of Norse Life, holds the distinction of being the first novel by a Norwegian immigrant in America. After migrating to the U.S. in 1869, he served as assistant editor of a Norwegian weekly in Chicago and produced significant scholarly works on German and Scandinavian literature, including essays on Goethe, Schiller, and Henrik Ibsen.

      The Modern Vikings
    • 2023

      Tales from Two Hemispheres

      • 158 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      The book highlights Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen's contributions as a Norwegian-American author and scholar, particularly focusing on his novel "Gunnar: A Tale of Norse Life," recognized as the first by a Norwegian immigrant in America. It details his migration to the U.S. in 1869 and his role as assistant editor for a Norwegian weekly in Chicago. Additionally, the description notes his scholarly pursuits, including essays on German and Scandinavian literature, showcasing his literary versatility and cultural impact.

      Tales from Two Hemispheres
    • 2023

      Ilka on the Hill-Top and Other Stories

      • 156 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen, a Norwegian-American author and professor, is notable for his novel "Gunnar: A Tale of Norse Life," recognized as the first novel by a Norwegian immigrant in America. After migrating in 1869, he served as assistant editor for a Norwegian weekly in Chicago. In addition to his fiction, Boyesen produced scholarly works on German and Scandinavian literature, including essays on Goethe, Schiller, and Henrik Ibsen, showcasing his literary expertise and cultural contributions.

      Ilka on the Hill-Top and Other Stories
    • 2021

      Essays on Scandinavian Literature

      • 190 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen, a Norwegian-American author and professor, is notable for his novel "Gunnar: A Tale of Norse Life," recognized as the first novel by a Norwegian immigrant in America. After immigrating in 1869, he became an assistant editor for a Norwegian weekly in Chicago and taught Greek and Latin at Urbana University. He later served as a professor of North European Languages at Cornell University and authored several scholarly works on German and Scandinavian literature, showcasing his diverse literary contributions.

      Essays on Scandinavian Literature
    • 2021

      Boyhood in Norway

      STORIES OF BOY-LIFE IN THE LAND OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN

      • 154 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      The author, Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen, is notable for his contributions as a Norwegian-American writer and educator. He is particularly recognized for his novel "Gunnar: A Tale of Norse Life," which holds the distinction of being the first novel by a Norwegian immigrant in America. After immigrating in 1869, Boyesen worked as an editor and later taught Greek and Latin at Urbana University, eventually becoming a professor of North European Languages at Cornell University. His scholarly publications focused on German and Scandinavian literature, showcasing his linguistic expertise.

      Boyhood in Norway