A History of Danish Literature
Author: Sven Hakon Rossel
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
Published: 1992-01-01
Total Pages: 732
ISBN-13: 9780803238862
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Danish Literature as World Literature
Author: Mads Rosendahl Thomsen
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Published: 2017-02-09
Total Pages: 297
ISBN-13: 1501310011
DOWNLOAD EBOOKInvestigates the influence of Danish literature on world literature, from Hans Christian Andersen to modern Scandinavian crime fiction.
Danish Literature as World Literature
Author: Mads Rosendahl Thomsen
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Published: 2017-02-09
Total Pages: 416
ISBN-13: 150131002X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDespite being a minor language, Danish literature is one of the world's most actively translated, and the Scandinavian country is the home of a number of significant writers. Hans Christian Andersen remains one of the most translated authors in the world, philosopher Søren Kierkegaard inspired modern Existentialism, Karen Blixen chronicled her life in colonial Kenya as well as writing imaginary, cosmopolitan tales, and the writers among the circles of literary critic Georg Brandes in the late 19th century were especially important to the further development of European Modernism. Danish Literature as World Literature introduces key figures from 800 years of Danish literature and their impact on world literature. It includes chapters devoted to post-1945 literature on beat and systemic poetry as well as the Scandinavia noir vogue that includes both crime fiction and cinema and is enjoying worldwide popularity.
The German Influence in Danish Literature in the Eighteenth Century
Author: J. W. Eaton
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 2015-02-19
Total Pages: 221
ISBN-13: 1107487501
DOWNLOAD EBOOKOriginally published in 1929, this book was written to provide an account of the German circle in Copenhagen during the mid-eighteenth century, revealing 'the very real debt which Danish literature and thought owed to the German writers who were in Copenhagen between the years 1740 and 1770'. A bibliography is included and detailed notes are incorporated throughout. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in European literature, literary criticism and comparative literature.
The Danish History
Author: Saxo Grammaticus
Publisher: Namaskar Books
Published: 2024-10-21
Total Pages: 398
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEmbark on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Danish history with Saxo Grammaticus's monumental work, ""The Danish History."" This extraordinary narrative blends history and legend, providing readers with a deep understanding of Denmark's cultural heritage. As Saxo recounts the tales of kings, heroes, and legendary figures, you will witness the rise and fall of dynasties and the evolution of a nation. His masterful storytelling brings to life the events that shaped Denmark, from the mythic past to the historical reality. But here's the thought-provoking question: What truths lie hidden behind the legends, and how do they shape our understanding of the past? Explore the intricate details of this historical epic, where fact and fiction intertwine, inviting you to reflect on the nature of history itself. Saxo’s unique perspective offers a window into the psyche of a nation, making this work a must-read for history enthusiasts. Are you ready to uncover the tales that define a culture in ""The Danish History""? This is your opportunity to experience the legends and realities of Denmark’s past. Will you dare to explore the historical roots that continue to shape its identity? Seize the chance to own a piece of literary history. Purchase ""The Danish History"" now, and immerse yourself in the enthralling saga of Denmark!
Smilla's Sense of Snow
Author: Peter Høeg
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Published: 2010-04-01
Total Pages: 513
ISBN-13: 1429998539
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA Time Best Book of the Year · An Entertainment Weekly Best Book of the Year · A People Best Book of the Year · Winner of the CWA Silver Dagger Award · A Finalist for the Edgar Award for Best Mystery Novel First published in 1992, Peter Høeg's Smilla's Sense of Snow instantly became an international sensation. When caustic Smilla Jaspersen discovers that her neighbor--a neglected six-year-old boy, and possibly her only friend--has died in a tragic accident, a peculiar intuition tells her it was murder. Unpredictable to the last page, Smilla's Sense of Snow is one of the most beautifully written and original crime stories of our time, a new classic.
The Oxford Handbook of Danish Politics
Author: Peter Munk Christiansen
Publisher:
Published: 2020
Total Pages: 735
ISBN-13: 0198833598
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Oxford Handbook of Danish Politics provides the most comprehensive and thorough English language book on Danish politics ever written. It features chapters by 50 leading experts who have contributed extensively to the field they write about. Why is Denmark an interesting topic for a Handbook? In some respects, Danish political institutions and political life are very similar to that of other small, North European countries such as the other Scandinavian countries and Netherland. However, in other respects, Danish politics is interesting in its own right. For instance, Denmark has a world record in minority governments. According to standard scholarly knowledge, this should result in unstable governments and a bad economy. This is not the case, however, since Denmark has a rather stable political system and a strong and robust economy among the strongest in Europe. How? The Danes have continued reservations towards the EU despite close to 50 years of EC/EU membership, and the Danes rejected the Maastricht Treaty in 1992. Still, the EU issue is handled in ways that do not call for large political battles. How? A third example is that Denmark used to be known as a tolerant and liberal society; its Jews were almost all saved during German occupation during WWII, Denmark was the first country to free pornography, and the first country to formally register same-sex couples. Yet recent Danish politics has also been associated with xenophobia and anti-Muslim sentiments. Why?
Danish Folktales, Legends, and Other Stories
Author: Timothy R. Tangherlini
Publisher:
Published: 2014-02-01
Total Pages: 256
ISBN-13: 9788763541183
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book shows how the people of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania confronted a military superpower and achieved independence in the Baltic "Singing Revolution". When attacked by Soviet soldiers in public displays of violent force, singing Balts maintained faith in non-violent political action. As an inspiration to all nations, the non-violent Baltic independence movement revolutionised each country through singing and smiling. The "Singing Revolution" is indeed the essence of the Baltic way, and began in 1987 as a public revolt against Soviet restrictions on free speech and assembly. The revolutions and following elections in 1990 resulted in three separate governments and a declaration of independence from the Soviet Union. The book seeks to answer questions such as why the struggle for Baltic independence came to be called the Singing Revolution? What did they sing? And what role did singing play in the Estonian, Latvian, and Lithuanian campaigns of political mobilisation and non-violent action? Furthermore, and uniquely for this publication, it explores, in great depth, the songs that gave the revolution its name, translating and interpreting over 110 choral, rock, and folk songs in their poetic, cultural, and historical context.
Borderliners
Author: Peter Høeg
Publisher: Macmillan
Published: 1994
Total Pages: 292
ISBN-13: 0374115540
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA novel that challenges ideas of education and childhood relates the tale of a boy who grows up in institutions and becomes drawn to outsiders at an elite private school.
The Tenor
Author: Peter Danish
Publisher: Pegasusbooks
Published: 2014-02-21
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780991099351
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Tenor is a sweeping tale of historical fiction in the style of Ann Patchett's Bel Canto and De Burniere's Captain Corelli's Mandolin. It swiftly moves from Pino Vaggi's youth in pre-war Italy, to his coming of age as a soldier in war-torn Greece, before ending in a shattering surprise finale at Maria Callas' historic final performance ever on the stage of New York's Metropolitan Opera House in 1965. It is based loosely on the stories and anecdotes that the author learned from several of Maria Callas' personal friends and from nearly a dozen trips to Italy and Greece to research the subject.
