Vilhelm Moberg - Invandrarna

When Karl Oskar and Kristina arrive in New York, they find a country that welcomes them with open arms. Right away, they begin the long journey to Minnesota, where they will build their new home. Their traveling companions from Ljuder parish keep them company and become a great source of security.

Invandrarna, the second part of the Emigrants series, was first published in 1952 and has since been read and loved by many. The series has also lived on through Jan Troell's acclaimed films and Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson's celebrated musical “Kristina från Duvemåla.” The Emigrants series is a timeless love story filled with famine, dreams, and longing.

The covers of the four books were designed and embroidered by embroiderer Karin Holmberg. With these skillfully made covers, she breathes new life into traditional Swedish craftsmanship from the days of Kristina and Karl Oskar. Through the covers, we follow their journey from poor Sweden, with few joys and colors, to a richer and better life in the USA. The longer the series f