Hans Kvast og Melusine

by Henrik Pontoppidan

Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden Leaf Printing on round Spine (extra customization on request like complete leather, Golden Screen printing in Front, Color Leather, Colored book etc.) Reprinted in 2019 with the help of original edition published long back [1907]. This book is printed in black & white, sewing binding for longer life, Printed on high quality Paper, re-sized as per Current standards, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually and make them readable but in some cases some pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume, if you wish to order a specific or all the volumes you may contact us. We expect that you will understand our compulsion in these books. We found this book important for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure so we brought it back to the shelves. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. - Danish, Pages 233. EXTRA 10 DAYS APART FROM THE NORMAL SHIPPING PERIOD WILL BE REQUIRED FOR LEATHER BOUND BOOKS. COMPLETE LEATHER WILL COST YOU EXTRA US$ 25 APART FROM THE LEATHER BOUND BOOKS. {FOLIO EDITION IS ALSO AVAILABLE.}

217 pages, Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 1907

About the author

Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1917 "for his authentic descriptions of present-day life in Denmark." (Award shared with Karl Gjellerup.)

Reviews

[Sofie Rønnelund · Rating 3 out of 5]

An easy book to read and fairly short. Sublime storyline with a horrible protagonist who is extremely egotistical and barely sympathetic. Wouldn’t surprise if such character would be diagnosed by doctor or public eye as narcissistic or bipolar due to his extreme emotional swings. And the poor wife who tends to blame herself for the wrongdoings of her husband. It’s a terrifying reminder that despite someone looking amazing from afar, things might not be as they seem. Personally I also resonate with parts of all the characters personality which was both uncomfortable but interesting. I’d recommend it to people who want to read something that’s easy to digest and read, but still thoughtful and well-written. It’s clear that the book is nearly, what, a 100 years old or more, given both the beautiful language as well as some sad reminders of a slightly racist perception of colored people. But overall, a nice book! Not necessarily one that leaves you with a good feeling, but more so with something to ponder about, which I highly favor!