From a Swedish Homestead by Selma Lagerlöf

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Author Lagerlöf, Selma, 1858-1940
Translator Brochner, Jessie
Uniform Title Drottningar i Kungahälla. English
Title From a Swedish Homestead
Contents The story of a country house -- Queens at Kungahälla: on the site of the great Kungahälla. The forest queen. Sigrid Storräde. Astrid -- Old Agnete -- The fisherman's ring -- Santa Caterina of Siena -- The empress's money-chest -- The peace of God -- A story from Halstanäs -- The inscription on the grave -- The brothers.
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Summary "From a Swedish Homestead" by Selma Lagerlöf is a collection of stories written in the early 20th century. The narrative begins in the late 1830s, focusing on Gunnar Hede, a student grappling with the financial troubles of his family estate, Munkhyttan, which is on the brink of collapse. The book explores themes of duty, love, and self-discovery as Hede is pushed to re-evaluate his life choices, including his whimsical passion for music, through conversations with his peers and other characters. The opening portion provides a glimpse into Hede’s life at university and the significant pressures he faces regarding his family's legacy. As he engages in a heartfelt dialogue with a friend, Gustaf Alin, the implications of Munkhyttan’s potential sale weigh heavily on him. The narrative transitions between introspection and social interaction, revealing Hede's internal conflict and emotional turmoil. Furthermore, a subplot involving Ingrid, a young girl adopted by the pastor's family, hints at deeper existential inquiries about love and belonging, emphasizing the connections between characters and their pasts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Sweden -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Short stories, Swedish -- Translations into English
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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