9781025898957 - Peter Egge: Hansine Solstad: The History of an Honest Woman von Egge, Peter (2 Ergebnisse)

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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Hansine Solstad: The History of an Honest Woman' is a profound psychological novel that explores the themes of integrity, reputation, and the enduring impact of social stigma. Set against the backdrop of rural Norway, the narrative follows the life of Hansine Solstad, a woman whose character is forged by a single, false accusation of theft during her youth. This formative event defines her entire existence, propelling her on a lifelong quest to preserve her honor and prove her worth in a community where a person's name is their most valuable asset.Author Peter Egge provides a meticulous portrait of a woman's resilience and the rigid moral structures of provincial life. Through Hansine's journey from a young servant to a respected matriarch, the work examines the weight of truth and the struggle for personal dignity against the crushing pressure of public opinion. This classic of Norwegian literature captures the stark beauty of the Scandinavian landscape while offering a profound meditation on the human spirit's capacity to withstand injustice and the lifelong pursuit of a clear conscience.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.