Cliffsnotes on Rolvaag's Giants in the Earth (Paperback)

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In "CliffsNotes on Rolvaag's Giants in the Earth, " you explore the story of Norwegian pioneers as they cross the Great Plains of America and the hardships they endure while trying to build a settlement. The greatness of this novel lies in the manner in which Rolvaag manages to bring out the emotions engendered in each of the pioneers -- how they reacted to the loneliness and desolation of the prairie and how they adjusted to it . . . or didn't.

In this study guide, you'll find information about the author, a Brief Synopsis, and Critical Commentaries on each chapter of "Giants in the Earth." You'll also find a list of characters, in-depth character analyses, and more: An introduction to the novelEssay topics and review questionsA selected bibliography

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