The Bridal Wreath by Sigrid Undset

Name: The Bridal Wreath
Author: Sigrid Undset

The Bridal Wreath follows a young woman in 14th-century Norway as she navigates the complexities of love, duty, and societal expectations, confronting personal and familial challenges that ultimately shape her destiny. Through her journey, she grapples with the tension between her desires and the responsibilities imposed upon her by her family and society.

By Sigrid Undset · First published 1920 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance · 23 chapters · 129,781 words

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When the lands and goods of Ivar Gjesling the younger, of Sundbu, were divided after his death in 1306, his lands in Sil of Gudbrandsdal fell to his daughter Ragnfrid and her husband Lavrans Björgulfsön. Up to then they had lived on Lavrans' manor of Skog at Follo near Oslo; but now they moved up to Jörundgaard at the top of the open lands of Sil.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Sigrid Undset
Date: 1920 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Romance, Coming-of-Age, Women's Fiction
Length: 129,781 words
Structure: 23 chapters, 2,280 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Historical Fiction — The novel is set in medieval Norway and explores the historical context and societal norms of the time.
Literary Fiction — The writing style is rich and introspective, focusing on character development and thematic depth.
Romance — The plot centers around romantic relationships and the complexities of love.
Coming-of-Age — The protagonist undergoes significant personal growth and self-discovery throughout the narrative.