Knut Hamsun Remembers America: Essays and Stories, 1885-1949

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Knut Hamsun's collection of essays and stories reflects his complex views of America during his four-year stay in the country. While he won the Nobel Prize for his literary contributions, his impressions of American life were largely critical, portraying it as materialistic and lacking artistic depth. The collection is divided into three sections: Critical Reporting, Memory and Fantasy, and Mellow Reminiscence, showcasing a range of perspectives from sharp critiques to fond recollections. These writings offer insights into European criticism of American culture and Hamsun's evolving worldview.