Are there any good books to read in Norway?
I’ve been trying to read only in Norwegian, since I’m not speaking Norwegian quite as much these days, and reading Norwegian books has also been a nice way of learning more about the history and culture here. So I thought while you’re waiting on your Scandinavia trips maybe you’d like to dive into some Norwegian literature as well.
Which is the only Norwegian book translated into English?
Berlin Poplars seems to be her only book translated into English, which is a shame because it’s the first in a series about this family. So if you enjoy it as much as I did maybe you’ll have to just go ahead and learn Norwegian.
Who is the most famous writer in Norway?
Another Norwegian writer that deserves a mention is the 1903 Nobel prize winner Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson. The poet, novelist, playwright and lyricist was and is still an iconic figure in the world of Norwegian literature.
When did Norway start using a written language?
In Norway the national language was adopted as a written language before 1100, perhaps patterning itself after England in this respect, while Denmark and Sweden used Latin in public discourse in the first years following the coming of Christianity.
What do you need to know about books from Norway?
Books from Norway provides you with information in English about Norwegian literature in all genres. The information is provided by rightsholders and NORLA.
Are there any farm books written in Norway?
There are no farm books written for major cities like Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, Stavanger, etc. If you have an ancestor with non-patronymic surname (first name of father and adding –sen, or -datter) it could be a farm name.
Who are the most popular authors in Norway?
How could I write a list of top Norwegian novels to read and not include some Nordic noir – a genre of dark crime fiction. Jo Nesbø is most arguably Norway’s most prolific crime writer. His books have become international bestsellers. One of Nesbø’s novels that stands out is The Snowman.
Berlin Poplars seems to be her only book translated into English, which is a shame because it’s the first in a series about this family. So if you enjoy it as much as I did maybe you’ll have to just go ahead and learn Norwegian.
