Vaimoni ja minä eli Harry Hendersonin elämäkerta by Harriet Beecher Stowe
"Vaimoni ja minä eli Harry Hendersonin elämäkerta" by Harriet Beecher Stowe is a semi-autobiographical narrative written in the late 19th century. This work explores the life experiences of the protagonist, Harry Henderson, ranging from his childhood dreams and experiences to his eventual romantic life. Through personal anecdotes, it delves into themes of love, loss, and the search for identity within the context of 19th-century American society. At the start of the narrative,the storyteller, Harry Henderson, reflects on the overwhelming presence of stories in contemporary society and emphasizes his intention of sharing his own. He introduces his early life marked by loneliness and longing for companionship, as demonstrated through his relationship with Susie Morril, his childhood sweetheart. The first chapter recounts his struggles growing up in a large family, the impact of having less attention compared to his siblings, and the deep bond he forms with Susie, which is colored by innocence and youthful affection. This nostalgic portrayal forebodes the challenges that lie ahead as he begins to experience loss, notably when his beloved Susie becomes a victim of illness, marking a pivotal moment in Harry's life and emotional growth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stowe, Harriet Beecher, 1811-1896 |
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| Translator | Sandelin, Hj., 1852-1877 |
| Title | Vaimoni ja minä eli Harry Hendersonin elämäkerta |
| Note | Reading ease score: 37.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Note | Translation of: My Wife and I: or, Harry Henderson's History |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | New York (N.Y.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction |
| Subject | Women -- Social and moral questions -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19439 |
| Release Date | Oct 2, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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