The Son of a Servant by August Strindberg
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"The Son of a Servant" by August Strindberg is an autobiographical novel written in the late 19th century. This work reflects Strindberg's formative years and the struggles he faced, particularly highlighting his childhood marked by fear, neglect, and social hierarchies. The narrative primarily centers around the main character, John, who is depicted as a sensitive child growing up in a tumultuous household, grappling with feelings of inadequacy and the complexities of family
dynamics. The opening of the book introduces us to John, the child of a shipping agent and a servant-maid, awakening to a world filled with fear and hunger. As he recalls the oppressive atmosphere of his home, we see the young boy constantly navigating a hierarchy of authority and familial expectations while wrestling with his own insecurities and the weight of his upbringing. Through poignant descriptions, Strindberg paints a vivid picture of John's chaotic family life, where comfort and security are elusive. The chapter lays the groundwork for John's evolving sense of self and his ongoing battle against the limitations imposed upon him by both his social standing and the emotional turmoil within his family. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Strindberg, August, 1849-1912 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Field, Claud, 1863-1941 |
| Uniform Title | Tjänstekvinnans son. English |
| Title | The Son of a Servant |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Son_of_a_Servant |
| Credits | Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Sweden -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44109 |
| Release Date | Nov 5, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 462 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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