02241cam a22003253u 4500 18568 UtSlPG 20260610133432.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PT Elster, Kristian, 1841-1881 Vaarallista väkeä Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Translation of: Farlige folk Release date is 2006-06-12 Produced by Tapio Riikonen "Vaarallista väkeä" by Kristian Elster is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in a coastal town in Norway and revolves around the lives of its residents, particularly focusing on the character Knut Holt, who seems destined to challenge the status quo and societal norms of his time. Through the interactions of various characters, the book likely explores themes of social class, ambition, and the struggle between traditional values and modern ideas. The opening of the novel introduces readers to a steamship approaching the Norwegian harbor, setting the stage for a vibrant town characterized by its bustling port activities and various buildings that reflect its rich maritime culture. We meet several key figures, including the merchant Vikin, the wealthy Klaus Hamre, and the contentious Arne Holt, who eagerly awaits the return of his son Knut. As Knut arrives home after years away, the atmosphere is ripe with anticipation and underlying tensions, especially regarding his views that may clash with the expectations of his father's world. The scene is poised for exploration of personal and societal conflicts that arise from this reunion, hinting at Knut's transformative impact on the community and his family's dynamics. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction Relander, O. (Oskar), 1863-1930 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18568 59954 59954