02054cam a22003253u 4500 15765 UtSlPG 20260610133353.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PT Lie, Jonas, 1833-1908 Den Fremsynte. Finnish Kaukonäkijä: eli kuvauksia Ruijasta Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier English version: #13922. Release date is 2005-05-03 Produced by Matti Järvinen, Tuija Lindholm and PG Distributed Proofreaders "Kaukonäkijä: eli kuvauksia Ruijasta" by Jonas Lie is a novel written during the early 20th century. This work intricately weaves themes of nostalgia, nature, and the struggles of its characters, particularly focusing on the life experiences of David Holst, a man marked by his past and inner turmoil. The novel immerses readers in the rich cultural and natural landscape of northern Norway, exploring deep emotional territories. At the start of the story, the narrator recounts a formative encounter with his old friend, David Holst, during a stormy day in Kristiania. This meeting evokes memories of their youth in Ruija, illuminating their contrasting life paths. The narrator, now a doctor, observes his friend's deteriorating health, showcasing their shared history while hinting at the challenges that lie ahead. The narrative carefully explores David's artistic sensibilities and emotional struggles, hinting at themes such as friendship, longing, and the resilience of the human spirit amidst adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Norway -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15765 57153 57153