Vandrertrilogie Books in Order

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Knut Hamsun's Vandrertrilogie (Wanderer Trilogy) is a series of three novels published between 1906 and 1912, exploring themes of isolation, nature, and inner conflict through the experiences of a first-person narrator. The stories are set in natural landscapes and reflect on the role of nature in providing solace and meaning, even in moments of personal struggle. The trilogy includes autobiographical elements and examines the human condition through the lens of wandering and introspection.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Under Høststjærnen

    Under Høststjærnen

    1906 · Knut Hamsun

    Wanderers - Under the Autumn Star is a 1906 novel by Knut Hamsun, published together with a companion volume under the common title Wanderers, with a…

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  2. Cover of En vandrer spiller med sordin

    En vandrer spiller med sordin

    1909 · Knut Hamsun

    The story takes place in a year when berries such as whortleberries, crowberries, and fintocks are abundant. While a person cannot survive on berries…

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  3. Cover of Siste glæde

    Siste glæde

    1912 · Knut Hamsun

    The Last Joy is the third novel in Knut Hamsun's "wanderer trilogy." Published in 1912, it features a first-person narrator who reflects on his life…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Vandrertrilogie books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Under Høststjærnen”. Start with “Under Høststjærnen.”

How many books are in the Vandrertrilogie series?

We list 3 books by Knut Hamsun , published between 1906–1912.

Where can I buy the Vandrertrilogie books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.