In Midsummer Days, and Other Tales: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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In Midsummer Days, and Other Tales is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Strindberg, August (1849–1912). The listed translation credits are Schleussner, Ellie.
Catalogue synopsis
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"In Midsummer Days, and Other Tales" by August Strindberg is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The tales explore themes of life, love, and human nature, presenting various characters in richly drawn settings that reflect on their circumstances and emotions. The opening narrative introduces a ninety-year-old grandmother, which sets the stage for a contemplative exploration of life’s fleeting moments and the intersection of reality and imagination. The beginning of the collection paints a vivid scene on Midsummer Eve, where the elderly grandmother observes the beauty of nature outside her window through mystical, colored panes that shape her perception of the world. As she reminisces about her life and the transformations of her surroundings, other characters emerge, such as a farmer and his brother, who are embroiled in their daily struggles, and a young mother working with her daughter amid their own challenges. This opening effectively establishes a tone of nostalgia and the intertwining of mundane life with deeper philosophical reflections on happiness and fulfillment, mirroring the complexities of existence that Strindberg is known for conveying throughout his works.
Book and edition facts
- Title: In Midsummer Days, and Other Tales
- Author credits: Strindberg, August (1849–1912)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Schleussner, Ellie
Catalogue subjects
- Short stories, Swedish -- Translations into English
- Strindberg, August, 1849-1912 -- Translations into English
- Sweden -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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- Category: Short Stories
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