Kryss och landkänning by Albert Engström

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Author Engström, Albert, 1869-1940
Title Kryss och landkänning
Note Illustrated by the author.
Contents Brandsyn -- Fattigstugan -- Konstnärsliv -- Haröns omvändelse -- Min första jakt -- Ett Uppsalaminne -- En spökhistoria -- Ett Londonminne -- Luftens herrar -- Sjöholm -- Begravningshatten -- Att gillra bössor -- Xylografen -- Broder Karlsson -- En bokmal -- En kask på Harön.
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Summary "Kryss och landkänning" by Albert Engström is a collection of stories written in the early 20th century. The work appears to explore everyday life in Sweden, delving into themes of humor, local culture, and the intricacies of human behavior, particularly in rural settings. The vivid characters and situations depicted in the narratives suggest a rich tapestry of social interactions and personal struggles that resonate with both charm and a touch of irony. The opening of the collection introduces the perspective of the author, who self-deprecatingly reflects on his literary journey and his intention to engage readers with a compelling title and content. From there, readers are drawn into a lively scene featuring the character Söderberg, a shipmaster, embroiled in frustration over fishing thieves. The narrative quickly escalates as Söderberg's anger and suspicions intertwine with the comical arrival of local judges, setting the tone for a story that balances humor with a deeper commentary on society and human folly. Engström's ability to weave amusing anecdotes with social critique suggests that the tales within hold both entertainment and thought-provoking insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Swedish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Swedish wit and humor
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EBook-No. 54935
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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