Fredrika Runeberg by friherrinna Alexandra Gripenberg

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Author Gripenberg, Alexandra, friherrinna, 1857-1913
Translator Käkikoski, Hilda Maria, 1863-1912
Title Fredrika Runeberg
Credits Produced by Matti Järvinen and Tuija Lindholm
Summary "Fredrika Runeberg" by friherrinna Alexandra Gripenberg is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the life and contributions of Fredrika Runeberg, underscoring her significance in Finnish culture and literature alongside her husband, the national poet Johan Ludvig Runeberg. The focus is likely on the challenges and accomplishments she faced as a pioneering advocate for women's rights during a time when such issues were largely ignored. The opening of this narrative introduces Fredrika Runeberg's upbringing and early education, highlighting how her illness shaped her personality and eventually steered her towards literature and activism. Born into a familial structure that limited her social interactions, Fredrika's intense reading and studies laid the foundation for her later literary contributions. Gripenberg paints a picture of Fredrika transitioning from a quiet and sheltered girl into a prominent figure in Finnish society who would openly champion the rights and recognition of women, thus setting the stage for her impactful life and enduring legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Runeberg, Fredrika Charlotta Tengström, 1807-1879
Subject Authors, Swedish -- 19th century -- Biography
Category Text
EBook-No. 16071
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Most Recently Updated Dec 11, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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