Jenny

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Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Norway, this novel explores themes of idealism and ambition through the life of its protagonist, Jenny. It delves into the struggles of talent that ultimately falters, reflecting the social realities of everyday Norwegians. Written during Sigrid Undset's social realist phase, this poignant narrative remains a significant part of her literary legacy, preceding her later works that earned her the Nobel Prize in Literature.