About the book
From the Nobel Prize-winning author who \"should be the next Elena Ferrante” (Slate) comes a stormy romance set in 14th-century Norway.
The acknowledged masterpiece of the Nobel Prize-winning Norwegian novelist Sigrid Undset, Kristin Lavransdatter has never been out of print in this country since its first publication in 1927. Its story of a woman's life in fourteenth-century Norway has kept its hold on generations of readers, and the heroine, Kristin—beautiful, strong-willed, and passionate—stands with the world's great literary figures.
Volume 1, The Bridal Wreath, describes young Kristin's stormy romance with the dashing Erlend Nikulausson, a young man perhaps overly fond of women, of whom her father strongly disapproves.
Editions of The Bridal Wreath
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780394752990
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307789716
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From the Nobel Prize-winning author who \"should be the next Elena Ferrante” (Slate) comes a stormy romance set in 14th-century Norway.
The acknowledged masterpiece of the Nobel Prize-winning Norwegian novelist Sigrid Undset, Kristin Lavransdatter has never been out of print in this country since its first publication in 1927. Its story of a woman's life in fourteenth-century Norway has kept its hold on generations of readers, and the heroine, Kristin—beautiful, strong-willed, and passionate—stands with the world's great literary figures.
Volume 1, The Bridal Wreath, describes young Kristin's stormy romance with the dashing Erlend Nikulausson, a young man perhaps overly fond of women, of whom her father strongly disapproves.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bridal Wreath about?
From the Nobel Prize-winning author who \"should be the next Elena Ferrante” (Slate) comes a stormy romance set in 14th-century Norway.
The acknowledged masterpiece of the Nobel Prize-winning Norwegian novelist Sigrid Undset, Kristin Lavransdatter has never been out of print in this country since its first publication in 1927. Its story of a woman's life in fourteenth-century Norway has kept its hold on generations of readers, and the heroine, Kristin—beautiful, strong-willed, and passionate—stands with the world's great literary figures.
Volume 1, The Bridal Wreath, describes young Kristin's stormy romance with the dashing Erlend Nikulausson, a young man perhaps overly fond of women, of whom her father strongly disapproves.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Bridal Wreath?
Fiction > Historical fiction
Where can I read a sample of The Bridal Wreath?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780394752990
Is The Bridal Wreath part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series The Kristin Lavransdatter Trilogy
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Bridal Wreath?
Sigrid Undset
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Bridal Wreath is available as paperback(ISBN 9780394752990) and ebook(ISBN 9780307789716)
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