Äiti by Victoria Benedictsson and Axel Lundegård
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"Äiti" by Victoria Benedictsson and Axel Lundegård is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the complex relationship between a mother, Mrs. Zimmermann, and her son, William, as they attempt to reconnect after years of estrangement. The narrative explores themes of familial duty, emotional distance, and the search for identity. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to both characters as they navigate their first
interactions after years apart. Mrs. Zimmermann reflects on her status as William's mother, expressing a desire for connection, while William grapples with feelings of obligation and emotional discomfort towards her. Their encounter is marked by a palpable tension and misunderstandings, setting the stage for an exploration of their fractured relationship. As they begin to interact, the mother’s rich history of struggles and her attempt to re-establish her place in William’s life emerge amidst his own personal crises and creative endeavors. This opening portion establishes a poignant framework for their evolving relationship filled with longing, resentment, and hope. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Benedictsson, Victoria, 1850-1888 |
|---|---|
| Author | Lundegård, Axel, 1861-1930 |
| Uniform Title | Modern. Finnish |
| Title | Äiti |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 42.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 44999 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-44999-9 |
| Release Date | Feb 25, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 293 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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