The Story of Gösta Berling: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Story of Gösta Berling is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Lagerlöf, Selma (1858–1940). The listed translation credits are Flach, Pauline Bancroft (1869–1966).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Story of Gösta Berling" by Selma Lagerlöf is a novel published in 1891. Set in 1820s Sweden along the shores of Lake Fryken, this debut work follows a defrocked Lutheran priest rescued from freezing by a mysterious mistress. He becomes part of a band of eccentric pensioners living at Ekeby manor, where wild adventures unfold as they take control of the estate. Blending folk tales, supernatural elements, and magic realism, this story explores redemption through the charismatic poet-priest who leads his companions through chaos toward salvation.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Story of Gösta Berling
- Author credits: Lagerlöf, Selma (1858–1940)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Flach, Pauline Bancroft (1869–1966)
Catalogue subjects
- Swedish fiction -- Translations into English
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- Category: Novels
- Nobel Prizes in Literature
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