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En tilfeldig nordmann

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En tilfeldig nordmannEn tilfeldig nordmann av Lars Saabye Christensen er en satire og en overskuddsroman, men slettes ikke uten brodd eller varme. For ikke s lenge siden skrev avisene om en viss skandale p Litteraturhuset i Oslo: Da man pnet for debatt etter en samtale om ved og vedhogging i norsk litteratur, som to av vre fremste samtidsforfattere hadde deltatt i, ble talerstolen nrmest kuppet av en middelaldrende, eller eldre mann som lirte av seg en serie med bannord,

En tilfeldig nordmann av Lars Saabye Christensen er en satire og en overskuddsroman, men slettes ikke uten brodd eller varme.

«For ikke så lenge siden skrev avisene om en viss skandale på Litteraturhuset i Oslo: Da man åpnet for debatt etter en samtale om ved og vedhogging i norsk litteratur, som to av våre fremste samtidsforfattere hadde deltatt i, ble talerstolen nærmest kuppet av en middelaldrende, eller eldre mann som lirte av seg en serie med bannord, ulyder og slibrigheter som de færreste hadde hørt maken til, og det sier ikke så lite, og når man i tillegg fikk oppleve et kroppsspråk så utagerende at de som satt på nærmest rad fryktet for sin egen sikkerhet og helse, var begeret fullt, som det heter. Dette satte altså ikke bare en solid støkk i publikum, det satte ganske enkelt en effektiv stopper for hele arrangementet, som i stedet utviklet seg til det den ene av forfatterne karakteriserte som høylytt og udelikat kaos, på grensen til håndgemeng; så langt gikk det at to uniformerte vakter måtte tilkalles for å dempe gemyttene. Man hadde sjelden eller aldri opplevd lignende tilstander i disse ærverdige lokalene, det måtte i så fall ha vært da Oslo lærerskole holdt til her, og det begynte å bli noen år siden.»

 

Gordon Mo jobber i Landbruksdepartementet og er en grå byråkrat. En dag han blir beæret med kake på jobben, er trykket imidlertid for stort i Gordon Mo. For å gjøre en lang historie kort, neste dag jobber han ikke lenger i departementet. Men i motsetning til de fleste 60 år gamle byråkrater som mister jobben, er ikke Gordon Mo overflødig: Noen trenger en mann som koker over.

Sånn begynner Gordon Mos reise, i første omgang til en institusjon som skal hjelpe ham på beina igjen. Der møter han nattevakten Bare Meg som skal vise seg å spille en avgjørende rolle. I bakgrunnen finnes dessuten Frans Meek …

Utdrag fra intervju med Lars Saabye Christensen i VG i februar 2021:

I romanen «En tilfeldig nordmann» møter vi den tilfeldige nordmannen Gordon Mo, en trofast byråkrat ansatt i Landbruksdepartementet som ikke gjør noe ut av seg. Tilsynelatende. For han gjør det Lars Saabye Christensen selv kjenner for å gjøre, det hele Norge kanskje kjenner et behov for å gjøre, kanskje særlig akkurat nå: Han koker over.

– Gordon Mo dukket opp som en indre stemme og et ytre syn. For vi brenner inne med så mye, og det er ikke sunt i lengden. Gordon Mo blir et slags redskap for å få tingene ut, eller et rop om hjelp. Alle har behov for å koke over innimellom.

– Og nå har jeg en fornemmelse av en stemning som er på bristepunktet. Vi lever under et stort press, og pandemien forsterker selvfølgelig dette. Den gjør samfunnet tydeligere, vi ser både samhold og motsetninger klarere, sier Saabye Christensen.

Romanen ble smittet av corona. For som et eksperiment lot Saabye Christensen den stå helt åpen for sin samtid og det som skjedde fra dag til dag.

– Men at det skulle ta sånn av i denne samtiden vår, det hadde jeg jo ikke trodd. Samtiden bare rant inn i boken, og coronaen rant inn med full styrke mot slutten. Jeg kan nok kontrollere en roman, men virkeligheten er det verre med.

– Det gjorde meg i alle fall årvåken for min egen tid, og det er ikke lite, bare det, sier Saabye Christensen som med Gordon Mo også tar et slags oppgjør med krenkedebatten som har tatt av her hjemme.

302 Seiten, Softcover

Hersteller: Cappelen Damm AS, Akersgata 47/49 0180 Oslo, Norwegen
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Massapequa, US
★★★★★ 4
Boys’ 5‑Piece Linen Suit Set
Color: Beige, Size: 16, Color: Beige, Size: 16
I ordered this 5‑piece linen suit in size 16 in the beige color. The set includes the jacket, pants, dress shirt, bow tie, and a slip‑on tie. The outer fabric is a blend of 70% polyester, 25% linen, and 5% spandex, and the lining is 100% polyester. The material is lightweight, which works well for warm‑weather events, but the pants are noticeably thinner than the jacket. The jacket feels sturdier because of the full lining. The jacket has a peak lapel, flap pockets, and cuff buttons, and the stitching and seams are tight and even. I did notice a few loose threads, but the fabric itself was smooth with no tears or flaws. The pants have an adjustable waistband, which is helpful, but the length was too long and will need to be tailored. The overall cut of the suit seems designed for children on the thinner side. The shirt included in my set was a pleated style rather than a plain dress shirt. It wasn’t the style shown in the product photos, and I would have preferred a standard shirt that could be worn for various occasions rather than a very formal shirt. The tie is a pre‑tied slip‑on style with an elastic band. I would have preferred a traditional tie instead. The suit arrived in good condition with no damage, and the color was even throughout all pieces. The price is on the higher end for similar 5‑piece sets. I rated it 4 stars because the jacket is well made and the set includes all the expected pieces, but the thin pants, unexpected pleated shirt, and slip‑on tie kept it from being perfect.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2026
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Jacobson
West Palm Beach, US
★★★★★ 5
Adorable and Well‑Made Outfit for Special Events
Color: Light Blue, Size: 10, Color: Light Blue, Size: 10
Got this suit set for my son and absolutely love it. It comes with everything he needs to look sharp, and I really appreciate that it includes both a tie and a bow tie so we can switch up the style depending on the occasion. The quality is impressive for the price — the fabric feels light and comfortable, and the whole outfit has a polished look without being stiff or uncomfortable. The fit was spot on, and the adjustable waistband is a huge help for getting it just right. My son looked great in it, and it’s definitely something he can wear for more than one event. The little details on the jacket and pants give it a classic, dressed‑up feel that works for weddings, holidays, or any special moment. Overall, it’s a stylish, practical set that makes getting him ready so much easier. Really happy with this purchase.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2026
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Crystal
Draper, US
★★★★★ 4
Boys linen fabric suit
Color: Light Green, Size: 16
Boys suit set in a lighter green color. This suit is made with good proportions and seems to fit well. The sizing seems slightly big so maybe size down one size. The fabric does wrinkle easily so be aware that sitting and folding the suit may cause wrinkling. Otherwise it is a very nice suit for a formal occasion. It comes in many good colors.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2026
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Atherney Family Farm
Massapequa, US
★★★★★ 5
Nice elegant suit for any occasion.
Color: Light Blue, Size: 12, Color: Light Blue, Size: 12
The suit set is very nice, the fabric material is durable and soft. Overall stitching is tight with nice surging of the hems and great construction on the shoulders. Buttons and button wholes are well done. I'm going to iron in the creases on the front of the pants because they weren't folded properly for shipping. The material does hold on to wrinkles so don't be afraid of your iron to get a super sharp look. The color is a soft baby blue that stands out in a crowd of black suits. With the option of an elastic tie or clip on bowtie this is everything you need to make him look presentable for a variety of occasions. My only complaint about this suit kit is the dress shirt is stiff and thin. I found some loose threads that I don't trust to not get played with. I'll probably trade it out for something with a little more cotton. As far as cost goes mid range, but definitely worth the cost. I might consider something with a vest if it's a super formal event, but I'm very happy with how this suit comes together.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2026
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Martin V.
Dallas, US
★★★★★ 5
Modern luxury with summer fabric that performs above its price!
Color: Beige, Size: 14, Color: Beige, Size: 14
Wow! My son wore it for Easter Sunday and this suit fits the bill! The linen material is spot on--not too heavy and not too light especially since the weather is warming up now. The jacket is quality made--the design is modern executive, the stitches are strong no flaws to note. The pants are tad bit longer but that's okay, build quality is also great. The white shirt is decent and matches well with the rest of the set. The bow tie and tie itself is a great complimentary to the set, though optional to wear. The whole set just has that quality you would really look for in the price range you would want to pay. Overall, best value for for the, wear right outside the bag, maybe a light ironing otherwise it's perfect! I highly recommend it, no complaints here very happy with this suit!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2026

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