Essays on Scandinavian Literature by Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen
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"Essays on Scandinavian Literature" by Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen is a scholarly collection written in the late 19th century. The book examines the literary traditions and influential personalities from Norway, Sweden, and Denmark, showcasing key authors like Henrik Ibsen and Björnstjerne Björnson, among others. Through these essays, the author provides insights into the cultural and historical context that shaped Scandinavian literature, aiming to highlight its significance and evolution. The opening portion introduces Boyesen's
ambition to write a comprehensive history of Scandinavian literature, driven by his explorations into prominent literary figures. He reflects on the extensive research required and the rich literary heritage he encountered, noting how his studies led to an in-depth look at Ibsen's works. The preface sets the stage for the following essays, where Boyesen promises to analyze pivotal authors while hinting at his own critical engagement with their contributions to the literary canon. Overall, this introductory section establishes the book's academic purpose and Boyesen's expertise in Scandinavian literary traditions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Boyesen, Hjalmar Hjorth, 1848-1895 |
|---|---|
| Title | Essays on Scandinavian Literature |
| Contents | Björnstjerne Björnson -- Alexander Kielland -- Jonas Lie -- Hans Christian Andersen -- Contemporary Danish literature -- Georg Brandes -- Esaias Tegnér. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Clare Boothby and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Authors, Scandinavian |
| Subject | Scandinavian literature -- History and criticism |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 19908 |
| Release Date | Nov 23, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 703 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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