Hunger
By Knut Hamsun
- Release Date: 2024-09-19
- Genre: Literary Fiction
"Hunger" by Knut Hamsun is a powerful psychological novel that delves into the mind of an unnamed, struggling writer living in poverty. Set in late 19th-century Kristiania (now Oslo), the story explores his physical and mental deterioration as he grapples with hunger, isolation, and obsession. Hamsun's stream-of-consciousness narrative vividly captures the protagonist’s inner turmoil, offering a haunting portrayal of desperation and human survival.
