Gösta Berling by Selma Lagerlöf
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About this eBook
| Creator | Lagerlöf, Selma, 1858-1940 |
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| Translator | Meijboom, Margaretha, 1856-1927 |
| Title | Gösta Berling |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Gösta Berling" by Selma Lagerlöf is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the life of Gösta Berling, a young and charismatic but troubled priest who struggles with addiction and seeks redemption. The novel explores themes of love, social status, and the pursuit of a meaningful life amidst the complexities of human relationships. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Gösta Berling, who stands before his congregation after a period of disgrace due to his drinking. The atmosphere is tense as he feels the judgment of his community, including the bishop. Despite his turmoil, he delivers a passionate sermon that captivates his listeners, leading to an unexpected defense from them after the service. The opening sets the stage for Gösta's journey of redemption, revealing his vulnerabilities and hinting at the connections he forms with the other characters, including the strong-willed Majoorske of Ekeby, who plays a pivotal role in his life. As the story unfolds, Gösta's struggles and relationships will intertwine against a rich backdrop of Swedish societal nuances and the challenges of forging one's path to redemption. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Swedish fiction -- Translations into Dutch |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36225 |
| Release Date | May 25, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 13, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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