Sophie's World by Jostein Gaarder Plot Summary "Sophie's World" by Jostein Garder is a philosophical novel that takes the reader on a captivating journey through the history of Western philosophy, wrapped within a thought-provoking narrative. The story revolves around a 14-year-old girl named Sophie Amundsen, who lives in Norway and is about to experience an extraordinary adventure that will challenge her perception of reality and existence. The novel begins with Sophie receiving a mysterious letter in her mailbox. The letters contain visions and questions about the nature of reality, but no indication of who the sender is. As Sophie delves into the contents of these letters, she becomes intrigued by the philosophical ideas presented in them. Shortly after, Sophie meets an eccentric and mysterious philosopher named Alberto Knox, who becomes her mentor and guide into the world of philosophy. Alberto takes Sophie under his tutelage and begins teaching her about great th