| Author |
Jacobsen, J. P. (Jens Peter), 1847-1885 |
| Translator |
Grabow, Anna |
| Title |
Mogens, and Other Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
Mogens -- The plague in Bergamo -- There should have been roses -- Mrs. Fönss.
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| Credits |
Produced by Eric Eldred, and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Mogens and Other Stories" by J. P. Jacobsen is a collection of narratives crafted during the late 19th century, reflecting the emerging literary movements in Denmark at the time. In this work, Jacobsen presents rich and poignant explorations of the human condition through interconnected stories, notably through the titular character, Mogens, whose journey encapsulates themes of love, loss, and self-discovery against a backdrop of nature and societal constraints. The beginning of "Mogens and Other Stories" introduces readers to a lush natural setting, vividly described as the seasons transition, symbolizing the inner turmoil of the titular character, Mogens. As he finds himself drawn into a serendipitous moment of joy during a rainstorm, he inadvertently becomes the object of fascination for a little girl peeking from behind a hazelbush. This scene sets the stage for Mogens' exploration of human connections as he navigates his interactions with her and other characters, particularly Camilla, a councilor's daughter. As the narrative unfolds, we are invited to witness Mogens' quest for meaning and belonging amidst the warmth of summer, the quiet melancholy of autumn, and the inevitable transformations of life and love. The initial chapters effortlessly blend sensory imagery with emotional depth, making it clear that Jacobsen's writing is both aesthetically beautiful and deeply introspective. (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 |
Denmark -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Jacobsen, J. P. (Jens Peter), 1847-1885 -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Short stories, Danish -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
6765 |
| Release Date |
Oct 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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