Kristin Lavransdatter Books in Order

Kristin Lavransdatter is a trilogy of historical novels by Norwegian author Sigrid Undset, following a fictional woman's life in 14th-century Norway; it contributed to Undset's award of the 1928 Nobel Prize in Literature for her "powerful descriptions of Northern life during the Middle Ages."

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of The Wreath (The Bridal Wreath)

    The Wreath (The Bridal Wreath)

    1920 · Sigrid Undset

    The story follows Kristin Lavransdatter and her experiences as a mistress, wife, and mother, set against the backdrop of medieval Norway.

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  2. Cover of The Wife (The Mistress of Husaby)

    The Wife (The Mistress of Husaby)

    1921 · Sigrid Undset

    The Wife (The Mistress of Husaby) is a 1921 book by Sigrid Undset. It is book 2 of the series Kristin Lavransdatter.

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  3. Cover of The Cross

    The Cross

    1922 · Sigrid Undset

    Part of the historical epic Kristin Lavransdatter, set in fourteenth-century Norway, this volume follows Kristin from her devotion to her father…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Kristin Lavransdatter books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “The Wreath (The Bridal Wreath)”. Start with “The Wreath (The Bridal Wreath).”

How many books are in the Kristin Lavransdatter series?

We list 3 books by Sigrid Undset , published between 1920–1922.

Where can I buy the Kristin Lavransdatter books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted an error? We continuously correct the catalog.