Dagdrömmar by Gustaf Hellström
"Dagdrömmar" by Gustaf Hellström is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story focuses on the young protagonist, Stellan, navigating the complexities of childhood, family dynamics, and the challenges of growing up. It introduces us to Stellan's poignant experiences, particularly revolving around the illness of his mother and the innocent but confounding emotions tied to those around him. The opening of "Dagdrömmar" sets a vivid backdrop for Stellan's life as
he grapples with the uncertainty surrounding his mother's health. He observes the reactions of adults in his life—his mother’s illness and the various figures that come and go, including their interactions with a housekeeper and a doctor. Stellan is caught in a whirlwind of feelings: from pride in his mother's distinctiveness to bewilderment at her sickness. As he navigates this world, he engages in games of power, grappling with emotions of fear, jealousy, and confusion. The mixture of reality and his imaginative world showcases the complexity of his young mind, foreshadowing the struggles he will face as he grows. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Hellström, Gustaf, 1882-1953 |
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| Title |
Dagdrömmar En man utan humor I |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Martin Ågren, Tapio Riikonen and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Language | Swedish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 15959 |
| Release Date | May 31, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 137 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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