| Author |
Martineau, Harriet, 1802-1876 |
| Title |
Feats on the Fiord
The third book in "The Playfellow"
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
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| Summary |
"Feats on the Fiord" by Harriet Martineau is a collection of whimsical stories written in the mid-19th century. This narrative introduces a picturesque and tumultuous Norway, focusing on the peculiarities of its coastal geography and the lifestyle of its people. The story unfolds around Erlingsen's household, particularly highlighting the betrothment of their maid, Erica, that serves as the central event in the opening. The opening of "Feats on the Fiord" paints a vivid picture of Norway's stunning landscape, characterized by majestic fjords and a lively portrayal of local sounds and traditions. It begins with a festive scene at Erlingsen's farm on the night of Erica's betrothment. As guests arrive, there is an atmosphere of merriment and traditional celebration amid the wintry backdrop. Yet, beneath this joy lies Erica’s lingering worries about superstitions involving local spirits like Nipen, especially after a prank by the young boy Oddo disrupts the occasion. The narrative sets up themes of community, superstition, and the tension between traditional beliefs and the emerging modernity of the time, hinting at deeper conflicts and character dynamics that will likely develop throughout the stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Norway -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
23277 |
| Release Date |
Oct 31, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Nov 1, 2007 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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