""The Bankrupt"" is a novel by Bjornstjerne Bjornson, a Norwegian author and Nobel Prize winner. The story follows the life of Johan Nagel, a successful businessman who falls into financial ruin after a series of unfortunate events. Nagel's downfall is not only financial but also moral, as he becomes involved in a scandalous affair with a married woman. The novel explores themes of greed, corruption, and redemption as Nagel tries to rebuild his life...