Farfars "kistalarika" by Astrid Väring
"Farfars 'kistalarika'" by Astrid Väring is a reflective piece that can be categorized as a memoir or personal essay, likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around themes of family history, memory, and the sentimental value of artifacts, as the author explores the significance of a small, neglected chest discovered after her father's death. The book touches on the emotional weight attached to personal belongings and their connections to
the past. In this poignant narrative, the author recounts her experience of clearing out her family home after her father's passing. She discovers her grandfather's old chest, which contains various papers, letters, and a diary that reveals insights about her ancestors’ lives. As she sifts through the contents, she reflects on the legacies of her family and the importance of preserving their stories and memories. The items within the chest not only connect her to her family history but also contribute to a broader understanding of life in Umeå and Västerbotten. Ultimately, Väring emphasizes the value of personal history and the collective cultural heritage, encouraging readers to seek out and cherish their own familial legacies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Väring, Astrid, 1892-1978 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Lindqvist, Carl-Magnus, 1884-1977 |
| Title | Farfars "kistalarika" |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Jens Sadowski and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | Swedish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Essays |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 64209 |
| Release Date | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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