Henrik Ibsen by Edmund Gosse

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Author Gosse, Edmund, 1849-1928
Title Henrik Ibsen
Note Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Ted Garvin, Nicole Apostola and David Widger
Summary "Hans Christian Andersen" by Edmund Gosse is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and works of the renowned Danish author and fairy tale writer Hans Christian Andersen, delving into his upbringing, literary career, and the personal experiences that shaped his storytelling. Gosse aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Andersen's significance in literature and the complexities of his character. The opening of the book presents the groundwork for understanding Andersen's early life, detailing his humble beginnings in Odense, Denmark. It describes his family background, highlighting his father's aspirations and his mother's struggles, setting a tone of contrast between Andersen's rich imagination and the stark realities of his childhood. Gosse emphasizes key moments from Andersen's formative years that fostered his desire to write, including his early encounters with the arts and literature, which are pivotal in shaping his future as a storyteller. The narrative gives insight into Andersen's challenges and aspirations while laying the foundation for a deeper exploration of his literary achievements throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Ibsen, Henrik, 1828-1906
Subject Dramatists, Norwegian -- 19th century -- Biography
Category Text
EBook-No. 8152
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 4, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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