På Elghyttan by Elisabeth Maria Beskow
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"På Elghyttan" by Elisabeth Maria Beskow is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set amid the pastoral beauty of rural Sweden, the narrative unfolds around the life and character of Elisa Spitzenholdt, a strong-willed and compassionate young woman who demonstrates a deep connection to nature and a commitment to caring for her community. The story involves various interactions with distinct characters, shedding light on social themes and personal struggles. The
opening of "På Elghyttan" introduces readers to a tranquil autumn morning on the Elghyttan estate, where Elisa is seen feeding birds and reflecting on the surroundings. We witness her tender care for a sick old woman, Inga, who lives in squalor with her animals. Despite the challenges faced by Inga, Elisa's resolve to improve her living conditions highlights her nurturing nature. As we progress, Elisa's conversations with her father, the major, and interactions with the new tutor, candidate Sven Rise, reveal her dedication to both family and duty, foreshadowing the complexities of relationships and personal growth that will develop throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Beskow, Elisabeth Maria, 1870-1928 |
|---|---|
| Title | På Elghyttan |
| Credits |
Produced by Gun-Britt Carlsson, Eva Eriksson, Jens Sadowski, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | Swedish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Swedish fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48638 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-48638-3 |
| Release Date | Apr 5, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 339 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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