Selma Lagerlof

By Hanna Astrup Larsen

Book Overview

Selma Lagerlof by Hanna Astrup Larsen is a biography of the famous Swedish author and Nobel Prize winner. The book explores Lagerlof's life, from her childhood in rural Sweden to her rise as one of the most celebrated writers of the early 20th century. The author delves into Lagerlof's personal struggles, including her battle with chronic pain and her unconventional relationships with women. The book also examines Lagerlof's literary works, including her most famous novel, The Wonderful Adventures of Nils, and her efforts to use her writing as a tool for social change. Through extensive research and interviews with Lagerlof's family and friends, Larsen provides a detailed and intimate portrait of this iconic figure in Swedish literature. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Selma Lagerlof, as well as those interested in the history of literature and feminism.A Short Biography Of The First Woman Winner Of The Nobel Prize For Literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 125800531X
• ISBN13: 9781258005313
• Release Date: April 2011
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"