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Literary Fiction· Norway

Hunger

by Knut Hamsun
Aggregate Editorial Score66/100
★Nobel Prize in Literature
Published 1890196 pagesEnglish
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About This Book

Hunger by Knut Hamsun is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1890. An unnamed young writer wanders through Christiania in a state of voluntary destitution, his consciousness fragmenting under hunger and pride as he refuses to compromise his artistic integrity. Hamsun's radical novel of psychological interiority influenced Kafka, Strindberg, and modern literary fiction. Henry Miller called it the first truly modern novel. Themes of hunger, pride, consciousness run through the work. The book has received recognition from Nobel Prize in Literature 1890.

Book Details

AuthorKnut Hamsun
Published1890
Country of Origin🇳🇴 Norway
LanguageEnglish
Pages196
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780374529956
Editorial Score66/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇳🇴 Norway

This book is part of Norway's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

Nobel Prize in Literature
winner · global
189060
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About the Author
Knut Hamsun
Norway
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hunger about?

An unnamed young writer wanders through Christiania in a state of voluntary destitution, his consciousness fragmenting under hunger and pride as he refuses to compromise his artistic integrity. Hamsun's radical novel of psychological interiority influenced Kafka, Strindberg, and modern literary fiction. Henry Miller called it the first truly modern novel.

Who wrote Hunger?

Hunger was written by Knut Hamsun, from Norway. First published in 1890.

What awards has Hunger won?

Hunger has received the following awards and honours: Nobel Prize in Literature 1890.

Is Hunger worth reading?

Hunger is a well-regarded book with solid critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 60/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in hunger, pride, consciousness.

Where can I buy Hunger?

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What category is Hunger?

Hunger is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is Hunger from?

Hunger originates from Norway's literary tradition. Explore more books from Norway on our country page.

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