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Lagerlöf, Selma, 1858-1940Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

3.7

Word count: 386K words
Chapters: 39

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Liljecronan koti by Selma LagerlöfAuthor: Lagerlöf, Selma, 1858-1940,Language: Finnish, Class: PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures, Release Date: Jan 27, 2018

Editor's review

Selma Lagerlöf is a writer of major importance in Swedish literary history, and her works are often distinguished by folk legend and finely observed local life. Liljecronan koti is presented in Finnish and belongs to the Nordic literary lineage, offering reference value for studying the dissemination and reception of Lagerlöf's works. This book is released free of charge by Project Gutenberg; the edition is lightweight and suitable as introductory material for understanding Nordic literature and Finnish-language texts. When reading, one need not seek strong plot momentum; instead, note the domestic scenes, regional atmosphere, and character relationships in the narrative, and appreciate how the author handles the tension between the everyday and the legendary. For readers learning Finnish or engaged in translation studies, this book can also serve as a corpus for comparing source and translated texts. Note that this edition is a public-domain e-book, and the text is preceded by Project Gutenberg's explanatory notice, which can be skipped when reading.

Who it's for

A good fit for

General readers interested in Nordic literature, especially Swedish literature
Readers learning Finnish or practicing Finnish translation
Scholars studying the dissemination of Lagerlöf's works and public-domain e-books
Readers who enjoy regional and family narratives and do not seek strong plotting

Not a good fit for

Readers unfamiliar with Finnish who have no parallel translation to rely on
Readers expecting fast-paced plots or suspenseful conflict
Readers seeking scholarly annotations, introductions, and detailed biographical chronologies

Reading tips

First skip the Project Gutenberg notice at the beginning of the e-book and go directly to the main text.
If reading Finnish is difficult, first find a Chinese translation of Lagerlöf's works to become familiar with her style, then return to the original.
Read slowly chapter by chapter, noting domestic scenes and regional details; do not rush the plot.
Keep a notebook to record character relationships and place names to help understand the Nordic rural background.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Is this book in Finnish or Swedish?

According to the materials, the language of this book is Finnish. Lagerlöf's originals are mostly in Swedish; this edition is a Finnish text, and readers need the corresponding language foundation before reading.

What are the features of the Project Gutenberg edition?

This edition is a free public-domain e-book; the text is usually preceded by Project Gutenberg's explanatory notice. The content is released for public benefit and does not include introductions or annotations from modern publishers.

Can I read it without any Finnish foundation?

Reading the original directly will be quite difficult. It is advisable first to find a Chinese translation of Lagerlöf's works to understand her narrative style, or to use a dictionary and parallel texts to assist reading.

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About the author

Lagerlöf, Selma, 1858-1940 Author

Selma Lagerlöf (1858–1940) was a Swedish writer whose work is distinguished by a rich imagination and a gift for reworking folk legend. The library holds 32 of her works, including The Story of Gösta Berling and The Wonderful Adventures of Nils. The former draws on tales of old Värmland and follows the joys and sorrows of a band of wandering characters in a romantic, legendary vein; the latter, through the journey of the boy Nils flying across Sweden with wild geese, blends geography, animals and folk tales into a classic of world children's literature. Works such as Christ Legends and Jerusalem further show her abiding concern with faith, rural life and human nature. Her style combines epic sweep with fairy-tale lightness, and her coming-of-age stories in particular appeal to young readers. Public information is limited; this introduction rests only on the library's holdings and widely accepted literary knowledge.