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The Girl from the Marsh Croft - Love Betrayal and Redemption in Rural Sweden - cover

The Girl from the Marsh Croft - Love Betrayal and Redemption in Rural Sweden

Selma Lagerlöf

Translator Velma Swanston Howard

Publisher: Good Press

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In "The Girl from the Marsh Croft," Selma Lagerlöf intricately weaves a narrative that captures the essence of Swedish rural life in the late 19th century. The story follows the life of a young girl named Gösta, exploring her relationship with nature, her struggle for identity, and the social constraints imposed upon her by traditional norms. Lagerlöf employs a lyrical, almost poetic style, employing rich imagery and symbolism that reflects the deep connection between the characters and their environment, while also addressing themes of love, redemption, and the tensions between rural and urban life. The novel stands as a key work of feminist literature and is grounded in the broader context of social realism prevalent in Scandinavian literature of the era. Selma Lagerlöf, the first woman to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature, was deeply influenced by her Swedish heritage and her formative experiences in the Värmland region. Her passion for folklore and storytelling, as well as her advocacy for women's rights, are palpably expressed in this novel. Her profound empathy for the struggles of the disenfranchised informs her characters' journeys, resonating with contemporary socio-political themes. I highly recommend "The Girl from the Marsh Croft" to readers interested in a poignant exploration of human resilience within the natural world. Lagerlöf's masterful storytelling, combined with her insightful commentary on societal issues, offers a rich and rewarding literary experience that will resonate with anyone seeking both beauty and substance in literature.
Available since: 11/29/2019.
Print length: 201 pages.

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