Fædra: Brudstykker af et Livs Historie by Herman Bang
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"Fædra: Brudstykker af et Livs Historie" by Herman Bang is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the Maag family, notably focusing on the characters of Erik Maag and his daughter Ellen, detailing themes of loss, legacy, and the complexities of familial relationships. At the start of the novel, the Maag family’s legacy is introduced, detailing their once-grand estate of Thorsholm and the decline of their fortune.
The narrative unfolds the tragic tales of Erik Maag’s lineage, mentioning his mother Ellen who suffered from a deep sadness following a brief romance with a prince, and Erik’s own unfulfilling marriage to Marie. Upon Marie’s death, which leaves Erik in grief, the focus shifts to their daughter Ellen as she navigates her childhood and develops under the shadow of her ancestors. The opening sets a tone of melancholy as it explores the impact of familial heritage and the burdens placed upon Ellen, foreshadowing the challenges she will face as she grows up amidst the remnants of her family's past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Bang, Herman, 1857-1912 |
|---|---|
| Title | Fædra: Brudstykker af et Livs Historie |
| Credits | Produced by Steen Christensen, Heidi Christensen and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 92.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | Danish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 11396 |
| Release Date | Mar 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 327 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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