In Danish literature, which historical novel by Johannes V. Jensen, published in 1900–1901 and set during the reign of King Christian II, was chosen by Danish readers as the greatest Danish novel of the 20th century?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Kongens Fald
- Step 1: Kongens Fald tells the tragedy of Mikkel Thøgersen alongside King Christian II and the Bloodbath of Stockholm. *Answer: Kongens Fald. Why not the others: Bræen and Den lange Rejse are part of Jensen's evolutionary cycle, and Himmerlandshistorier* is a collection of regional tales.
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