Reminiscences: The Story of an Emigrant by Hans Mattson
"Reminiscences: The Story of an Emigrant" by Hans Mattson is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This memoir recounts the author’s journey from Sweden to America, detailing his experiences as an immigrant and his subsequent life as a pioneer in Minnesota. The narrative captures not only the challenges and aspirations of Mattson and his family but also the rich customs and culture of Swedish traditions, giving readers a glimpse
into the life of early immigrants in America. At the start of the book, the author reflects on his early life in Sweden, highlighting the tranquil and supportive environment provided by his family. He recalls his parents’ strong values and the close-knit nature of his upbringing, which sparked an early desire for education and adventure. As he prepares for his emigration to America at the age of eighteen, he expresses both hope and uncertainty about leaving his homeland behind. The opening lays a foundational understanding of his motivations and the poignant contrast between his peaceful childhood and the daunting realities of immigrant life that he will face in the New World. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mattson, Hans, 1832-1893 |
|---|---|
| Uniform Title | Minnen. English |
| Title | Reminiscences: The Story of an Emigrant |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by K Nordquist, René Anderson Benitz and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | India -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Mattson, Hans, 1832-1893 |
| Subject | Swedish Americans -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32399 |
| Release Date | May 17, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 288 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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