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100	1		_aGarborg, Arne, _d1851-1924
245	1	0	_aLeiv
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2020
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2020-07-26
508			_aTapio Riikonen
520			_a"Leiv" by Arne Garborg is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the life and struggles of Leiv, the son of a man ostracized for his dubious past, exploring themes of love, social status, and personal growth against the backdrop of rural Nordic life. Central to the narrative are Leiv and Alfhild, two young individuals navigating societal expectations and their own desires. The opening of "Leiv" introduces us to Dalen Alfhild, the most beautiful girl in the area, and the suitors vying for her affection, particularly focusing on Björn Jonson and Leiv's father, Åsbjörn Hegglid. Leiv is established as the illegitimate son of Åsbjörn, who has a shadowy past, and this stigma weighs heavily on him as he grows up. The narrative vividly illustrates Leiv's internal conflicts and the prejudices he faces in the community. As Leiv becomes more aware of his status and the expectations of society, he grapples with feelings of inadequacy and ultimately decides to pursue a new life in America, hoping to prove his worth and return transformed. The dynamic between Leiv and Alfhild hints at a deeper connection, setting the stage for a poignant exploration of love and identity amidst societal constraints. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aNorwegian fiction -- Translations into Finnish
700	1		_aToivonen, Olavi
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62759
999			_c103583 _d103583