author
Bernt Lie
1868–1916
A popular Norwegian novelist of the years around 1900, Bernt Lie drew much of his inspiration from Northern Norway. His stories—especially his books for young readers—combine lively adventure with sharp observations of community and conflict.
4 Audiobooks
Mikko Tiukkatuuli : Kertomus koulupojasta
by Bernt Lie
Sven Hankatuuli
by Bernt Lie
Unelmien maa : Romaani
by Bernt Lie
Musta kotka : Tarinoita pojista
by Bernt Lie
About the author
Bernt Bessesen Lie (1868–1916) was a Norwegian novelist and storyteller. Born in Mandal, he grew up in Mandal and Trondheim before moving to Tromsø at the age of fifteen. There he attended the Latin school and completed his university entrance examination in 1886.
Lie published actively from 1892 to 1915 and became a popular, productive writer of novels and short stories. Northern Norwegian settings feature prominently in his work, including his well-known young readers’ books, which often portray the rivalries, friendships, and everyday life of schoolboys.
His final book, the 1915 play En Racekamp, explored a darker side of northern society: tensions between Sámi people and settled Norwegians. He was also related to the prominent Norwegian author Jonas Lie, who was his uncle.