Memories of Sven the Stockholmian

Memories of Sven the Stockholmian is an anthem of escapism against the backdrop of the revolutions and wars of the 20th century. A harsh and honest perspective of a person experiencing global changes. Sven is a disillusioned city dweller, an introverted eccentric who decides to challenge himself and moves to one of the harshest landscapes on Earth - beyond the Arctic Circle. He finds the most dangerous job he can and becomes a hunter. There, he meets equally desperate comrades in spirit and a loyal companion - a dog. But even there, the echoes of the larger world catch up with him, driving him closer to the edge of the world. Sven discovers that friendship and family are possible even in the most difficult circumstances. Miller's magnificent book reminds us that the greatest skill possessed by humanity is our ability to love. - Louisa Smith, Book Passage