Invisible Links by Selma Lagerlöf

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Author Lagerlöf, Selma, 1858-1940
Translator Flach, Pauline Bancroft, 1869-1966
Title Invisible Links
Contents The spirit of fasting and Petter Nord -- The legend of the bird's nest -- The king's grave -- The outlaws -- The legend of Reor -- Valdemar Atterdag -- Mamsell Fredrika -- The romance of a fisherman's wife -- Mother's portrait -- A fallen king -- A Christmas guest -- Uncle Reuben -- Downie -- Among the climbing roses.
Credits Nicole Apostola
Summary "Invisible Links" by Selma Lagerlöf is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a small, tightly-knit town and focuses on the central character, Petter Nord—a charming and mischievous boy from Värmland. Petter's journey intertwines themes of community, personal ambition, and the conflict between love and morality as he navigates the complexities of growing up. The opening of the novel introduces the idyllic and familiar setting of the town and introduces Petter Nord, who has won the affection of its residents through his playful nature and mechanical tricks. However, as the plot develops, Petter stumbles upon a hidden banknote and becomes consumed by the thoughts of wealth and revenge against a shopkeeper who has wronged him. The narrative reveals his struggles as he grapples with idealism, the yearning for acceptance, and the conflict between his desires and moral obligations. Ultimately, there's a transition from his innocent and carefree childhood to a confrontation with societal expectations and personal integrity, foreshadowing the deeper dilemmas he will face as he seeks belonging and identity in his world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Fiction
Subject Short stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 14273
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 6, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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