The Fisher Girl (1871)

""The Fisher Girl"" is a novel written by Bjornstjerne Bjornson and originally published in 1871. The story is set in a small fishing village in Norway and follows the life of a young girl named Margit, who is the daughter of a fisherman. Margit is a strong-willed and independent girl who dreams of a better life outside of the village, but is held back by her family's poverty and the expectations placed upon her as a woman.As Margit grows older, she becomes involved in a love triangle with two men: Erland, a wealthy landowner who offers her a chance at a better life, and Arne, a fellow fisherman who loves her for who she is. Margit must navigate her feelings for both men and the societal pressures that come with her choices.Throughout the novel, Bjornson explores themes of love, class, gender roles, and the struggle for individual freedom in a traditional society. ""The Fisher Girl"" is a poignant and thought-provoking work of literature that offers a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people in 19th century Norway.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.