 First edition | |
| Author | Sven Delblanc |
|---|---|
| Country | Sweden |
| Language | Swedish |
| Set in | 19th century Sweden |
| Published | 1981 |
| Publisher | Bonnier |
| Awards | Nordic Council's Literature Prize of 1982 |
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