The Visionary - Jonas Lie - Bog

The Visionary: Or Pictures From Nordland is a novel written by Jonas Lie, a Norwegian author. The story is set in the northern region of Norway, also known as Nordland, and follows the life of a young man named Nils Tveranger. Nils is a visionary who dreams of a better life and a better world, but he is constantly struggling to find his place in society.The novel is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different stage of Nils' life. In the first part, Nils is a young boy growing up in a small fishing village. He is fascinated by the beauty of the natural world and spends much of his time exploring the forests and mountains around his home. In the second part, Nils moves to the city to attend school and pursue his dreams of becoming an artist. However, he finds himself struggling to fit in and eventually drops out of school.In the third part, Nils returns to Nordland and becomes involved in the local politics and social issues of the region. He becomes a champion for the poor and oppressed, but his idealism and passion often lead him into conflict with the more conservative members of the community. In the final part, Nils' health begins to deteriorate, and he is forced to confront his own mortality.The Visionary: Or Pictures From Nordland is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of identity, social justice, and the meaning of life. Lie's vivid descriptions of the natural world and the harsh realities of life in Nordland make this book a compelling read for anyone interested in Scandinavian literature or social commentary.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.