The Spider, and Other Tales by Carl Ewald

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Author Ewald, Carl, 1856-1908
Translator Teixeira de Mattos, Alexander, 1865-1921
Title The Spider, and Other Tales
Note Reading ease score: 92.5 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
Contents The spider -- The mist -- The anemones -- The queen bee -- The caterpillar -- The beech and the oak -- The weeds -- The water-lily and the dragon-fly -- Aunt eider-duck.
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Summary "The Spider and Other Tales" by Carl Ewald is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This anthology features rich, allegorical tales with a focus on nature, animals, and humanity's interaction with them, often exploring themes of independence and societal expectations. Among the prominent characters is a strong-willed spider who challenges conventional roles and relationships, ultimately seeking her place in the world. The opening portion introduces the story of "The Spider," where a proud and independent spider seeks a home within a hedge populated by boastful but fragile weeds and a cautious mouse. The spider’s confident demeanor and rejection of traditional gender roles create an intriguing dynamic, leading to discussions about marriage and independence among the hedge's residents. As the spider begins to build her web, the tale delves into her interactions with other characters, highlighting themes of autonomy and societal pressures regarding love and relationships, setting a tone that invites the reader to contemplate the balance between personal desires and social expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Short stories, Danish -- Translations into English
Subject Danish fiction -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 62910
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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