The Cross;Kristin Lavransdatter - Volume III

<p><b>In this heart-wrenching novel by Sigrid Undset <i>The Cross</i> brings Kristin's story to a close as the final years of her life are consumed by the Black Death in the final installment in the well-known Norwegian trilogy <i>Kristin Lavransdatter</i>.</b></p><p>Kristin Lavransdatter has lost almost everything she loves. As the Black Death rapidly approaches Norway she once again has to decide what is most important to her. Kristin grapples with her failing marriage and wavering faith while attempting to support eight sons. The once charmingly reckless characters are now facing their greatest challenge yet: the inevitability of their diminishing lives.</p><p>Completing the trilogy Sigrid Undset's third <i>Kristin Lavransdatter</i> book was originally published in 1922. The author's colourful depiction of 14th century Norway is continued in this final volume as she provides a fascinatingly accurate insight into medieval Scandinavia.</p><p>Proudly republished by Read & Co. Books this new edition of <i>The Cross</i> features an excerpt from <i>Six Scandinavian Novelists</i> by Alrik Gustafrom. An essential addition to the bookshelves of <i>Kristen Lavransdatter</i> fans this volume is the perfect end to the classic Norwegian series.</p>