"Ave" is a novel by the Norwegian writer Henrik Pontoppidan, which is considered a masterpiece of Scandinavian literature. In this book, the author tells the story of the life of the main character, who is looking for his place in the world, feeling alienated and lonely. Through prose, the author expresses the themes of struggle with social norms, moral principles and the inner world of the hero. "Ave" is a book that leaves a lot of space for interpretations and ideas, forcing the reader to rethink many life questions and values.