Sigrid Undset Kristin Labransdatter The Bridal Wealth 1935 HardcoverBook = The Bridal Wreath The Mistress of Husaby, The Cross = The complete trilogy Copyright 1920, 1921, 1922 by H Aschehoug & company, Oslo Manufactured in USA.

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No, Kristin Lavransdatter was not originally written in German. The trilogy of novels, including The Wreath (Kransen), The Wife (Husfrue), and The Cross (Korset), was written by the Norwegian author Sigrid Undset in Norwegian. The first English translations were published between 1923 and 1927

Sigrid Undset (1882-1949) was a Norwegian author and Nobel laureate known for her historical and contemporary novels, particularly her trilogy Kristin Lavransdatter. Her work explores themes of faith, morality, and the human condition, often with a focus on the lives of women and the challenges they face. Undset also wrote essays and non-fiction, and her conversion to Roman Catholicism significantly influenced her later writing. 
Key aspects of Sigrid Undset's life and work:
  • Early Life and Career:
    Undset was born in Denmark but lived most of her life in Norway. She worked in a clerical position for several years before turning to writing. 
  • Literary Achievements:
    Her debut novel, "Jenny" (1911), established her as a promising writer. Undset is best known for her historical novels, including the Kristin Lavransdatter trilogy (1920-1922), which won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1928. 
  • Themes and Style:
    Undset's writing often delves into the lives of women, exploring themes of faith, love, marriage, and social expectations. Her characters are complex and often flawed, and her novels are known for their psychological depth and realism. 
  • Catholicism:
    Undset's conversion to Catholicism in 1924 profoundly impacted her writing and her life. Her Catholic faith is a central theme in many of her later works, including "The Master of Hestviken" (1925-1927). 
  • Exile and Resistance:
    During World War II, Undset fled Norway after the Nazi invasion and spent the war years in the United States, advocating for Norway and the Allied cause. 
  • Legacy:
    Undset's work continues to be read and studied today, and she is considered one of Norway's most important authors
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