Showing books by Jostein Gaarder, translated by Paulette Møller
This beautiful softcover edition is in good condition, with no marks or tears and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are tight, unmarked, and the book is tight, square, and in good condition. Sophie's World: A Novel About the History of Philosophy is a 1991 novel by Jostein Gaarder, originally written in Norwegian and later translated into English by Paulette Moller. The book has become a global bestseller. Sophie's World follows the story of Sophie Amundsen, a teenage girl living in Norway, who begins receiving mysterious letters from a philosopher named Alberto Knox. The letters take Sophie on a journey through the history of philosophy, beginning with ancient Greek thinkers such as Socrates and progressing through major philosophical movements, including Renaissance thought, Enlightenment, Romanticism, and modern philosophy. Through her correspondence with Alberto, Sophie learns about fundamental philosophical ideas, grappling with questions about existence, knowledge, morality, and the nature of reality. However, Sophie soon realizes that her own life is part of a larger mystery, leading to an intriguing and philosophical twist at the end. Sophie's World has been translated into numerous languages and has sold millions of copies worldwide, cementing its place as both an engaging novel and an accessible introduction to philosophy.
This like-new hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and appear unread, the book is tight, square, and unmarked. The dust cover is unmarked, blue cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. The Ringmaster’s Daughter by Jostein Gaarder, translated by James Anderson, is a philosophical novel first published in Norwegian in 2001. The story is narrated by Petter, an imaginative yet socially awkward man gifted with storytelling. From a young age, he crafts complex tales and scenarios, creating an elaborate internal world. As an adult, he capitalizes on this talent by becoming a story seller, offering ideas for books and scripts to other writers. Despite his commercial success, Petter struggles with isolation and a growing detachment from reality. The novel is celebrated for its introspective exploration of the creative process and philosophical depth.
