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Hunger is a semi-autobiographical novel by Norwegian author Knut Hamsun, originally published in 1890. It is widely considered to be one of the seminal works of modern literature, exploring themes of poverty, hunger, and alienation through the eyes of the protagonist, a struggling writer named Knut. The novel's highly subjective and fragmented narrative, punctuated by stream-of-consciousness musings and flashes of insight, was groundbreaking for its time. It explores a spectrum of emotional extremes, from profound despair to joyous epiphanies, and examines the psychological effects of social isolation and deprivation on the human mind. While Hunger has been praised for its psychological depth, it was also controversial for its unconventional style and its bleak portrayal of humanity. It has been both an object of intense admiration and dismissal amongst critics. Despite its initial obscurity, the novel gained considerable acclaim in the years following its publication. Translated into many languages, it secured Hamsun's position as one of the most important figures in Scandinavian literature. To this day, Hunger remains a compelling and complex work, showcasing Hamsun's literary genius and offering profound insights into the human condition.