Sebastian Stromme - Julian Hawthorne - Bog

Sebastian Stromme: A Novel is a historical fiction book written by Julian Hawthorne and originally published in 1879. The story is set in Norway during the 16th century and follows the life of Sebastian Stromme, a young man who is determined to make a name for himself and rise above his humble origins.Sebastian is born into a family of farmers but dreams of becoming a successful merchant. He leaves his home village to seek his fortune in Bergen, the largest city in Norway at the time. Along the way, he faces numerous challenges and setbacks, including financial struggles, romantic entanglements, and conflicts with powerful figures in the city.Despite these obstacles, Sebastian perseveres and eventually achieves his goal of becoming a wealthy and respected merchant. However, his success comes at a cost, as he must navigate the complex political and social landscape of Norway during a time of great upheaval and change.Throughout the book, Hawthorne weaves together themes of ambition, love, power, and betrayal, creating a rich and engaging story that captures the spirit of Norway in the 16th century. With its vivid descriptions of the landscape and culture of Norway, Sebastian Stromme: A Novel is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or Nordic 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.