| Translator |
Bushby, Mrs. (Anna S.), -1875 |
| Title |
The Danes, Sketched by Themselves. Vol. 3 (of 3)
A Series of Popular Stories by the Best Danish Authors
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The fair prospect -- Death and his victims, by Adam Oehlschlœger -- All Souls' Day, by B.S. Ingemann -- Lisette's castles in the air, by H.P. Holst -- Twice sacrificed, by Carit Etlar -- Herr Sinclair, by E. Storm -- The aged rabbi, by B.S. Ingemann -- The bankrupt, by Carl Bernhard -- The hereditary goblet, from the Swedish of Uncle Adam -- The death ship, by B.S. Ingemann -- The brothers; or, a good conscience -- Esben, by S.S. Blicher.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive
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| Summary |
"The Danes, Sketched by Themselves. Vol. 3 (of 3)" by Mrs. Bushby is a collection of popular stories written in the mid-19th century. This volume features a series of tales by prominent Danish authors, showcasing a variety of narratives that reflect the culture and experiences of the Danish people. The stories likely explore themes of love, loss, and the human condition, offering readers a glimpse into Danish society through the lens of fiction. At the start of the collection, the opening story introduces a young boy who harbors a deep love for the sea, capturing his aspirations and dreams of becoming a sailor. As he navigates the confines of his daily life, his imagination takes him beyond the shores, longing for the adventures that the ocean represents. His departure to sea is met with mixed emotions from his mother, who has faced her own struggles with loss due to the death of her husband at sea. The narrative sets a poignant tone, intertwining the themes of hope and grief as it unfolds. The story hints at future challenges, both for the boy and his family, as they grapple with the realities of life and the unpredictability of the sea. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories, Danish -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
37833 |
| Release Date |
Oct 23, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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