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Fitinghoff, Laura
1848
1908
Barnen ifrån Frostmofjället
Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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"Barnen ifrån Frostmofjället" by Laura Fitinghoff is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the struggles of seven orphaned children, led by a boy named Ante, as they navigate a harsh landscape during a time of famine in Northern Sweden. The narrative seeks to explore themes of resilience, family, and survival, depicting the children's journey against the backdrop of their challenges and hopes. The opening of the novel establishes the dire circumstances in which the children find themselves. Set during a harsh famine in the late 1860s, Ante, who is only thirteen, takes the lead as he and his six younger siblings leave their home in search of food and shelter to avoid being sent to a poorhouse. Their mother has recently died, and their father succumbed to alcoholism, leaving the children vulnerable. As they trek through the cold and desolate landscape, the children’s conversations reveal their deep bond, as well as the hunger and fear that accompany them. The narrative's tone oscillates between hopefulness and despair as they face the reality of their situation, encountering both the stark beauty of their natural surroundings and the potential dangers they must face. Their journey prompts reflections on community, family, and the strength found in unity amidst adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Orphans -- Juvenile fiction
Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Sweden -- Juvenile fiction
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