Ditte: Girl Alive! by Martin Andersen Nexø
"Ditte: Girl Alive!" by Martin Andersen Nexø is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the life of Ditte, a child born into a family burdened by financial struggles and social stigma. The narrative explores her upbringing, the dynamics of her family, and the challenges they face, reflecting deeper themes of identity, belonging, and the impact of societal perceptions on a young girl's life. The opening ofthe novel establishes a rich familial backdrop, highlighting Ditte's lineage and the societal pressures that define her existence. It delves into the history of the Man family, emphasizing their struggles and the heavy toll of poverty and expectation. As the story progresses, we see Ditte's early life unfolding amid her grandparents' care; they find joy and a renewed sense of purpose in raising her, despite the surrounding difficulties. The complex relationships and emotional turmoil within her family, including the difficult circumstances surrounding her birth, set the stage for her journey towards self-discovery and the eventual assertion of her identity in a world that often seeks to marginalize her. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Andersen Nexø, Martin, 1869-1954 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ditte: Girl Alive! |
| Note | Reading ease score: 90.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Denmark -- Fiction |
| Subject | Danish fiction -- Translations into English |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31496 |
| Release Date | Mar 4, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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