| Title |
Henrik Ibsen |
| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Ted Garvin, Nicole Apostola and David Widger |
| Summary |
"Hans Christian Andersen" by Edmund Gosse is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and works of the renowned Danish author and fairy tale writer Hans Christian Andersen, delving into his upbringing, literary career, and the personal experiences that shaped his storytelling. Gosse aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Andersen's significance in literature and the complexities of his character. The opening of the book presents the groundwork for understanding Andersen's early life, detailing his humble beginnings in Odense, Denmark. It describes his family background, highlighting his father's aspirations and his mother's struggles, setting a tone of contrast between Andersen's rich imagination and the stark realities of his childhood. Gosse emphasizes key moments from Andersen's formative years that fostered his desire to write, including his early encounters with the arts and literature, which are pivotal in shaping his future as a storyteller. The narrative gives insight into Andersen's challenges and aspirations while laying the foundation for a deeper exploration of his literary achievements throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject |
Ibsen, Henrik, 1828-1906 |
| Subject |
Dramatists, Norwegian -- 19th century -- Biography |
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
8152 |
| Release Date |
May 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 4, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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