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Kristin Labransdatter: The Bridal Wreath, the Mistress of Husaby, the Cross
Hardcover
General FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025463698
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 1126
Weight: 3.83
Height: 2.31 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Kristin Lavransdatter is a sweeping historical trilogy set in fourteenth-century Norway, chronicling the life of its titular character from her childhood to her death. This monumental work, for which Sigrid Undset was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, consists of three volumes: The Bridal Wreath, The Mistress of Husaby, and The Cross. The saga is a masterful blend of meticulous historical realism and profound psychological depth, exploring the complexities of human desire, duty, and spiritual redemption.
The story follows Kristin's upbringing on her father's estate, her defiant and passionate love for Erlend NikulaussÃ, n, and her eventual journey as a wife and mother managing the great manor of Husaby. Set against a backdrop of societal transition, the narrative vividly captures the tension between ancient pagan customs and the evolving influence of the Catholic Church. As Kristin navigates the consequences of her choices, her life becomes a poignant meditation on faith, family loyalty, and the search for grace. Kristin Lavransdatter remains a cornerstone of world literature, celebrated for its vivid portrayal of medieval life and its timeless examination of the human heart.
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