"House with the Blind Glass Windows" is a poignant tale of a young girl growing up in Norway during the 1950s. The narrative explores her struggles with family secrets, abuse, and the oppressive nature of her small, rural community. The protagonist's journey towards understanding and overcoming her traumatic past forms the crux of the story, which is set against the backdrop of post-war Europe.

The novel is a poignant exploration of a man's relationship with his father and his own identity. Set in Norway, it follows the protagonist's decision to live in solitude after the death of his wife and sister. Through a series of flashbacks, he recalls his childhood, particularly the summer of 1948 when he lived with his father in the country. As he delves into his past, he uncovers his father's involvement in the resistance during World War II and the lasting impact it had on their relationship and his own life. The narrative intertwines the past and the present, reflecting on themes of loss, betrayal, and the complexity of human relationships.

The narrative revolves around the return of a wealthy woman to her impoverished hometown, where she offers the residents a disturbing proposition: a vast fortune in exchange for the life of the man who wronged her in her youth. As the townspeople's initial horror gives way to the corrupting influence of the promised wealth, moral integrity collapses, leading to a dark and cynical exploration of human nature, justice, and revenge. The story serves as a powerful commentary on the capacity for greed to erode community values and the price of justice in a world governed by materialism.

"The Half Brother" is a compelling narrative that follows the life of a young man named Barnum Nilsen. Born into a Norwegian family with a mysterious past, Barnum navigates through life with a half-brother, Fred, who is both his best friend and his rival. As Barnum grows older, he becomes a successful writer, but his personal life is marked by loss, loneliness, and the weight of his family's secrets. The book is a profound exploration of identity, love, and the bonds of family.

"The Physicists" is a satirical play that delves into the ethical dilemmas faced by scientists in the nuclear age. The story is set in a mental asylum where three patients believe they are Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, and Johann Wilhelm Möbius. However, it is later revealed that two of them are spies, attempting to get a hold of Möbius's scientific discoveries, while Möbius himself pretends to be insane to prevent his dangerous knowledge from falling into the wrong hands. The play explores themes of responsibility, morality, and the potential misuse of scientific advancements.

"Seven Years" is a novel about a complex love triangle. The protagonist is a man who's married to a woman he doesn't love, while he's obsessed with another woman who he doesn't understand. The novel explores the themes of love, desire, and the passage of time, as it jumps back and forth between different periods in the protagonist's life. Over the course of seven years, the protagonist grapples with his feelings and the consequences of his actions, leading to a series of dramatic and emotional revelations.

This book delves into the life of Lars Hertervig, a young and impoverished painter from Norway in the 19th century, who grapples with the torment of unrequited love and the burgeoning realization of his own mental illness. Set against the backdrop of his studies at the Düsseldorf Academy of Art, the narrative explores Hertervig's descent into madness, interweaving his intense relationship with nature, his struggles with societal expectations, and his profound isolation. Through a lyrical and fragmented prose, the novel poignantly captures the essence of melancholy and the artist's tumultuous journey towards understanding his own mind and art.

The play centers around a complacent businessman who, despite clear warnings and evidence, naively allows two sinister guests to move into his attic, where they steadily accumulate the means to ignite a conflagration. As the story unfolds, it becomes apparent that the businessman's willful ignorance is an allegory for the rise of fascism and the way society can turn a blind eye to the dangers of totalitarian ideologies. The play is a darkly comedic and critical examination of moral cowardice, collective responsibility, and the consequences of inaction in the face of clear and present danger.