Blicher, Steen
The Rector of Veilbye
- ISBN 13:
- 9781500384753
- author:
- Blicher, Steen
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 28
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 0.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Crime, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 3 working days
Description
The Rector of Veilbye is a gripping Danish thriller that explores the dark events of 1626. In 1607, a farm laborer named Jesper Hovgaard disappeared from Pastor Quist's rectory, and 15 years later, human remains were unearthed on the grounds. The police investigation revealed a shocking crime, and two local men testified that the Reverend Quist had murdered Hovgaard in a fit of rage. Despite his protests of innocence, Quist was found guilty and executed by decapitation.
The trial of Pastor Quist has become a significant event in Danish literary history, and his story has been recognized for its impact on the country's cultural heritage. In 2006, 'The Rector of Veilbye' was selected for inclusion in the Cultural Canon of Denmark, a testament to its enduring significance.
This 26-page paperback edition offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in Danish history, and its haunting story continues to appeal to readers to this day.
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