Giants in the Earth by Ole Edvart Rolvaag
"Giants in the Earth" is a historical novel that chronicles the story of a Norwegian pioneer family's struggles with the land and the elements of the Dakota Territory as they try to make a new life in America. It is a profound and accurate depiction of the trials, tribulations, successes, and failures of pioneer life, emphasizing the harsh realities of adapting to a new environment. The novel explores themes of man versus nature, cultural displacement, and the pursuit of the American Dream.
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- 81st on The 100 Favorite Novels of Librarians (Bookman.com)
- 48 Good Books (University of Buffalo)