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Title: Eerik Menvedin lapsuus: Historiallinen romaani
Note: Reading ease score: 41.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Eerik Menvedin lapsuus: Historiallinen romaani" by Bernhard Severin Ingemann is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in 1285 and revolves around various characters in the town of Middelfart, particularly focusing on the central character, Henner Friser, an old ferryman and fisherman. The book explores themes of loyalty, bravery, and the political tensions of the time, offering readers a glimpse into both personal and societal struggles. The opening of the novel introduces a dramatic scene by the Gremermoses bridge, where a group of fishermen watches a sailing ship's challenging approach in the midst of a turbulent political atmosphere. Henner Friser, portrayed as a strong and respected figure among the fishermen, directs the gathering and expresses his suspicions regarding the royal visitors and their intentions. As the fishermen respond to his commands, the scene augments the tension, showcasing both camaraderie and the looming threat represented by nobility in the region. The chapter sets the stage for a conflict that intertwines personal stakes with broader issues within the kingdom, hinting at the challenges that lie ahead for Henner and his community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ingemann, Bernhard Severin, 1789-1862
Translator: Halonen, Maija, 1873-1944
EBook No.: 63178
Published: Sep 11, 2020
Downloads: 48
Language: Finnish
Subject: Denmark -- History -- Erik Glipping, 1259-1286 -- Fiction
Subject: Denmark -- History -- Erik Menved, 1286-1319 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Eerik Menvedin lapsuus: Historiallinen romaani
Note: Reading ease score: 41.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Eerik Menvedin lapsuus: Historiallinen romaani" by Bernhard Severin Ingemann is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in 1285 and revolves around various characters in the town of Middelfart, particularly focusing on the central character, Henner Friser, an old ferryman and fisherman. The book explores themes of loyalty, bravery, and the political tensions of the time, offering readers a glimpse into both personal and societal struggles. The opening of the novel introduces a dramatic scene by the Gremermoses bridge, where a group of fishermen watches a sailing ship's challenging approach in the midst of a turbulent political atmosphere. Henner Friser, portrayed as a strong and respected figure among the fishermen, directs the gathering and expresses his suspicions regarding the royal visitors and their intentions. As the fishermen respond to his commands, the scene augments the tension, showcasing both camaraderie and the looming threat represented by nobility in the region. The chapter sets the stage for a conflict that intertwines personal stakes with broader issues within the kingdom, hinting at the challenges that lie ahead for Henner and his community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ingemann, Bernhard Severin, 1789-1862
Translator: Halonen, Maija, 1873-1944
EBook No.: 63178
Published: Sep 11, 2020
Downloads: 48
Language: Finnish
Subject: Denmark -- History -- Erik Glipping, 1259-1286 -- Fiction
Subject: Denmark -- History -- Erik Menved, 1286-1319 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.