Author: Hamsun, Knut
Synopsis:
'Hunger' by Knut Hamsun is a gripping and introspective novel that follows the life of an unnamed protagonist struggling to survive in the bustling city of Kristiania (now Oslo). The story delves into the depths of the human psyche as the protagonist battles with poverty, loneliness, and the relentless hunger that consumes both his body and mind. Through vivid and haunting descriptions, the reader is taken on a journey through the protagonist's desperate attempts to find work, his encounters with eccentric characters, and his gradual descent into madness. As the hunger intensifies, the line between reality and hallucination becomes blurred, leaving the reader questioning the true nature of the protagonist's experiences.
Genres: Psychological fiction, Literary fiction, Existentialism
Themes: Hunger, Isolation, Desperation, Alienation, Madness
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