"By the plan of Hans the Dane" is a cult novel by the famous Danish writer Henrik Pontopidan, who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. In this book, the author recreated the defeat of an old Danish wealthy family, which loses its century-old property due to the carelessness and mischief of its descendants. Pontopidan skillfully reveals the psychology of the main characters, exploring imbalances, fears and complexes that lead to the destruction of a glorious family. This book fascinates with its depth and psychological truthfulness, showing on the one hand the greatness of the enslaved world, and on the other - its abyss and futility. "By the plan of Hans the Dane" is a masterpiece that remains relevant and insightful in any era.