Publisher's Synopsis
The Growth of the Soil is a novel written by the Norwegian author Knut Hamsun. The book was first published in 1917 and went on to win the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1920. The story is set in rural Norway and follows the life of Isak, a hardworking and determined farmer who is trying to build a life for himself and his family in the wilderness. The novel is divided into three parts, each of which covers a different period in Isak's life. In the first part, we see Isak settling in a remote area of Norway and building a home for himself and his wife. He works tirelessly to clear the land and cultivate crops, eventually becoming a successful farmer. In the second part, we see Isak's children growing up and leaving home to start their own lives. In the final part, we see Isak in his old age, reflecting on his life and the changes that have taken place around him.The Growth of the Soil is a powerful and moving novel that explores themes of hard work, perseverance, and the importance of family and community. It is a tribute to the resilience and strength of the human spirit, and a celebration of the beauty and majesty of the natural world. Hamsun's writing is lyrical and evocative, capturing the essence of life in rural Norway and painting a vivid picture of the characters and landscapes that populate this world.Now, if Isak had wanted to show his displeasure with Oline and maybe thrash her for her doings, here was his chance--a Heaven-sent chance to do that thing. They were alone in the house; the children had gone after the men when they went. Isak stood there in the middle of the room, and Oline was sitting by the stove. Isak cleared his throat once or twice, just to show that he was ready to say something if he pleased. But he said nothing. That was his strength of soul. What, did he not know the number of his goats as he knew the fingers on his hands--was the woman mad?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.
