Tag: literature
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Hunger by Knut Hamsun: A Fast-Paced Modern Classic
Hi friends,Next week, I revisit my Norwegian lessons—because I would like to begin exploring the literary heritage of Norway in its original language. To celebrate, I’m revisiting one of the most influential works of modern Norwegian literature: Knut Hamsun’s Hunger. Known in Norwegian as Sult (sometimes spelled “Zert” in older references), this short yet captivating…
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Exploring Grief and Loss in Poe’s Lenore and The Raven
Hi friends, As autumn unfolds, I find myself returning to one of my favourite seasonal poems, Edgar Allan Poe’s The Raven. Known for its haunting refrain and chilling atmosphere, The Raven draws readers into the darkness of grief, blending gothic elements with the raw psychological exploration of loss. This autumn I’ve taken a closer look…