The Ferryman and His Wife by Frode Grytten

 Ferryman Nils Vik takes us into his life among the fjords of Norway, on this the last day of his life. He seems carved out of this landscape, along with his boat, breathing in the water, wind, fog, snow, sky, sun, dark and light. He has stoically transported people across these waters, since he was a boy, in all weather as a quiet, astute observer and a caring, trustworthy neighbor. His loves the people here, most especially his wife Marta, who awaits him. A short and beautifully written deep dive into the heart and soul of a life well-lived.