02582cam a22003493u 4500 3097 UtSlPG 20260610133107.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Haggard, H. Rider (Henry Rider), 1856-1925 The Wanderer's Necklace Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wanderer%27s_Necklace Release date is 2006-04-06 John Bickers, Dagny and David Widger "The Wanderer's Necklace" by H. Rider Haggard is a historical novel set in the early 20th century that intertwines adventure with themes of love and fate. The narrative begins with a dedication and a note by the editor, introducing a story structured around the life of a character named Olaf, who reflects on pivotal moments from his past, specifically focusing on his relationships and the conflicts that arise in his world. As Olaf recounts his childhood and the complexities of his betrothal to Iduna, he becomes embroiled in a web of emotions and societal expectations that highlight the essence of love as well as the anguish of betrayal. The opening of the narrative vividly describes Olaf's formative experiences, including childhood memories of a house near water and his first encounter with his betrothed, Iduna, who captures his heart. As the tale unfolds, the tension between familial duty, personal desire, and the intrigue surrounding their budding love story is palpable. There are references to Olaf's relationships with his brother Ragnar and his foster-brother Steinar, along with foreboding hints from characters like Freydisa, which foreshadow future trials. The chapter concludes with Olaf embarking on a daring adventure that reveals both his courage and the fate that awaits him, setting the stage for the intertwining of past dreams and present realities that will define the course of his life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Adventure stories Reincarnation -- Fiction Istanbul (Turkey) -- Fiction Jutland (Denmark) -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3097 45169 45169