Hans Of Iceland (1825) - Hardcover

Hans of Iceland is a novel written by the French author Victor Hugo, first published in 1825. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the adventures of a bandit named Hans, who terrorizes the countryside of Iceland. Hans is known for his immense strength and his ability to survive in the harsh Icelandic environment. The novel is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the character of Hans and his exploits. The second part of the book introduces a new character, a young nobleman named Ordener Guldenlew, who is sent to Iceland to investigate the disappearance of his father. Ordener's path crosses with Hans, and the two become embroiled in a series of adventures that lead them to uncover a dark conspiracy involving the ruling elite of Iceland.Hans of Iceland is a classic adventure novel that explores themes of justice, revenge, and the struggle between good and evil. It is also notable for its vivid descriptions of the Icelandic landscape and its people, as well as its portrayal of the harsh realities of life in a remote and unforgiving environment. Overall, Hans of Iceland is a gripping and entertaining read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and adventure stories.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.