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Jerusalem

Author
Selma Lagerlof
Language
English
Length
198 pages
ISBN
9781911144205
Published
15 October 2015
Imprint
Sovereign
  • spirituality
  • rural life
  • interconnected destinies
  • Swedish landscape
  • faith
  • love
  • redemption
  • mythical
  • human relationships
  • inner peace

Description

"Jerusalem" by Selma Lagerlöf is a sweeping epic that unfolds in the rural landscapes of Sweden. The novel weaves together the destinies of several characters, exploring themes of faith, love, and redemption. Against the backdrop of the mythical landscape of Jerusalem in Sweden, Lagerlöf delves into the complexities of human relationships and the search for spiritual enlightenment. The narrative unfolds with rich, vivid prose, and Lagerlöf's storytelling prowess brings forth a tapestry of interconnected lives, mirroring the deeper spiritual journey of the characters. As they grapple with personal trials and tribulations, Lagerlöf's "Jerusalem" is an exploration of the human condition and the quest for inner peace, set against the mystical allure of a place that transcends its physical boundaries.

Author

Selma Lagerlöf (1858–1940) wrote as Sweden's great storyteller — a novelist who could make a province feel like a kingdom and a goose flight feel like an epic. Her Nobel Prize in 1909 recognised not just achievement but imagination: a literature of idealism, compassion, and wonder. From the defrocked cavaliers of Gösta Berling to Nils Holgersson soaring above the map of Sweden, her books teach through delight rather than lecture.

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