Lehtori Garthin avioliitto

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Beskow, Elisabeth Maria, 1870-1928

Contributor:

M. S. (Matilda Siljansaari)

Standardized Title:

Han och hans hustru. Finnish

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Lehtori Garthin avioliitto" by Elisabeth Maria Beskow is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the relationship between Gunnel, a young aspiring author, and Henning Garth, a lecturer in Swedish language and philosophy. The narrative explores their emotional and intellectual connection as they navigate the complexities of love, personal beliefs, and societal expectations. The opening of the novel introduces Gunnel and Henning during a sailing excursion, where they first meet in an intimate setting. Despite Garth's unremarkable first appearance, Gunnel is drawn to him due to his commanding presence and their immediate connection. As they spend time together, they engage in deep conversations about literature and life, hinting at their differing worldviews, particularly around Christianity. Their budding romance unfolds against the backdrop of Garth's admiration for Gunnel's writing and his introspective personality that grapples with the expectations of a future together. This opening lays a foundation for exploring the interplay between personal relationships and individual beliefs throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen

Notes:

Reading ease score: 42.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-10-30