![]() We discuss the fascinating setting of Viking culture being introduced to Christian thought and the effects of sin on the perpetrator, the wronged, and the community. In our discussion we talk about how the old saga style of this work lends itself surprisingly well to the multi-dimensional characters and strong visuals Undset presents in the story. And if any of these topics might trigger trauma for you, feel free to skip this episode and we’ll see you in a couple of weeks! Due to its mature content, this isn’t a good one to listen to with kids around. ![]() But since Kristin is a thousand pages long, it didn’t seem like a good book club option (you’re welcome, everyone!) and we’ve been wanting to branch out and read some of Undset’s other works, this 148-page tour de force seemed like a better option.īefore we get any further, consider yourself warned that this book contains some very difficult topics such as sexual assault and infant and child loss. ![]() Every so often we tell the listeners ahead of time about a great book we want to discuss and have a little FoC “book club.” This time it’s Gunnar’s Daughter by Nobel Prize winner Sigrid Undset. You’ve probably heard us talk about how much we love Undset’s most famous work, Kristin Lavransdatter. ![]()
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