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Schwartz, Marie Sophie
1819
1894
Schwartz, Marie Sofie Birath
Novelleja
Sigrid -- Vangin kertomus -- Turhuuden lapsi.
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"Novelleja" by Marie Sophie Schwartz is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book appears to explore themes of love, loss, and the societal expectations of family roles, focusing on various characters and their intricate relationships. The initial story introduces the main character, a young male teacher, who becomes entangled in the lives of a noble family and their daughter, Eeva, reflecting on his unacknowledged feelings towards her. The opening of the work presents a rich narrative, detailing the protagonist's arrival at Åkersfors, the estate of Count W----. He soon becomes smitten with Eeva, the Count's daughter, who has returned home changed after a mysterious absence. As he observes her interactions, he inadvertently overhears a troubling conversation about a girl named Sigrid, revealing layers of complexity involving abandonment and societal shame. This establishes a foundation for exploring how the characters’ decisions are intertwined with the fates of others, particularly the haunting consequences their actions may have on young Sigrid, indicating a deeper commentary on personal responsibility within the community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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