Olav Audunipoeg II - Sigrid Undset

Part II of the medieval-themed novel Olav Audunipoeg by the classic of Norwegian literature Sigrid Undset (1882-1949), which takes place in the final decades of the 13th century. The title character, who has lost his way after the death of his wife, travels to England to seek oblivion, where his spiritual wounds are torn open even more. After returning home, his relationships with his children – his daughter and stepson – become complicated. Misunderstanding overshadows the lives of the three main characters until the tragic end of the novel. Only the stepson and his wife, who dare to defy the customs prevailing in society, cast bright colors on the last part of the book and allow the fate of Olav Audunipoeg to stand out in relief.