The Face of the World is a novel written by Norwegian author Johan Bojer and published in 1919. The story follows the life of a young Norwegian man named Andreas who dreams of making a name for himself in the world. He leaves his small village and travels to America, hoping to find success and fortune.However, Andreas soon discovers that life in America is not as easy as he thought it would be. He struggles to make a living and is forced to take on menial jobs just to survive. Despite his hardships, Andreas remains determined to achieve his goals and make a better life for himself.The novel explores themes of ambition, perseverance, and the struggle to find one's place in the world. Bojer's writing is known for its vivid descriptions of the natural world and its ability to capture the complexities of human emotions.Overall, The Face of the World is a timeless tale of the human spirit and the quest for success and happiness. It continues to be a beloved classic in Norwegian literature and a testament to Bojer's skill as a writer.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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