Noveller by Minna Canth
"Noveller" by Minna Canth is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. The work showcases the author's keen observations on social issues, particularly those related to women's roles in society, reflecting her commitment to feminist ideals and her personal life experiences. The protagonist appears to draw from Canth's own journey, navigating the challenges of societal expectations, personal aspirations, and familial responsibilities. At the start of "Noveller," the tone is
set through Minna Canth's autobiography, which delves into her upbringing and formative years, revealing her intellect and ambitions from a young age. The initial stories introduce characters like Emmi, a young maid, who struggles with her demanding responsibilities and the pressures of her environment, hinting at deeper themes of class disparity and personal sacrifice. These opening passages not only flesh out Canth's life and the pressures she faced as a woman writer but also establish a narrative foundation that explores struggles for identity, ambition, and social reform in a patriarchal society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Canth, Minna, 1844-1897 |
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| Illustrator | Järnefelt, Eero, 1863-1937 |
| Translator | Lindberg, Hanna, 1869-1909 |
| Title | Noveller |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Matti Järvinen and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Language | Swedish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26546 |
| Release Date | Sep 6, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 77 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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