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Zacharias Topelius

    Zachris Topelius fu un autore finlandese di lingua svedese i cui romanzi storici e raccolte di fiabe di fama internazionale plasmarono l'opinione pubblica e la moralità per generazioni. Attraverso la sua scrittura, si impegnò con la storia finlandese e le questioni sociali, lasciando un'eredità duratura come educatore e moralista. Le sue opere, in particolare i suoi romanzi storici e le fiabe, risuonano con i lettori per la loro profondità e atemporalità. La capacità di Topelius di intrecciare l'educazione con la narrazione lo rende una figura centrale della letteratura.

    Whisperings in the Wood, Finland Idyls for Children
    Times of Alchemy
    The Surgeon's Stories: Times of Alchemy
    Whisperings In The Wood
    Snowdrops, Finland Idyls for Children, From the Swed. [Läsning För Barn] by A. Alberg
    Times Of Charles XII
    • 2024

      Topelius noveller skildrar mörka familjehemligheter, förväxlingar och spökerier, men också glada picknickar med punschdränkta studenter och hisnande färder där resenärerna jagas av vargar. Berättelserna innehåller ofta komiska och burleska inslag, i elegant samspel med detaljerade miljöskildringar och samtidskritik. Läsarna dras in i en fascinerande fiktiv värld, inramad av det dynamiska 1800-talet.Topelius började sin karriär som redaktör för Helsingfors Tidningar som han lyckades göra omåttligt populär. Ett viktigt inslag var följetongerna. Topelius plockade upp teman och typer från europeisk romantik och planterade dem i en lokal kontext.Bokens urval bygger på delutgåvan Noveller och kortprosa (utg. Anna Movall & Jörgen Scholz) som ingår i Zacharias Topelius Skrifter. Litteraturvetaren Yvonne Leffler står för inledningen.

      Noveller i urval
    • 2023
    • 2023

      Times of Alchemy

      • 332pagine
      • 12 ore di lettura

      In this historical novel by Zacharias Topelius, readers are transported back to the 16th century and the time of alchemists and scientific discovery. Follow the adventures of a young alchemist as he navigates this fascinating world full of magic and mystery.

      Times of Alchemy
    • 2023

      The Surgeon's Stories; Volume 1

      • 358pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      Drawing from his experiences as a 19th-century physician in Finland, the collection features a mix of humorous and tragic tales. These stories offer an engaging insight into the daily life and medical practices of a remote European region during a period marked by significant social and political transformations.

      The Surgeon's Stories; Volume 1
    • 2022
    • 2022
    • 2022
    • 2022

      The Surgeon's Stories

      • 372pagine
      • 14 ore di lettura

      This reprint preserves the original text from 1884, offering readers a chance to explore the historical context and themes present in the work. The book reflects the perspectives and societal norms of its time, providing valuable insights into the era it represents. Its enduring relevance continues to engage modern audiences, making it a significant addition to any literary collection.

      The Surgeon's Stories
    • 2021

      Set during the tumultuous period of the Thirty Years' War, this romance unfolds in the era of Gustavus Adolphus, blending historical events with a compelling narrative. The story captures the struggles and passions of its characters against a backdrop of war and political intrigue. A modern reformatting ensures clarity and readability, preserving this classic work for both contemporary readers and future generations. The effort to maintain its significance highlights its enduring importance in literary history.

      The King's Ring; Being a Romance of the Days of Gustavus Adolphus and the Thirty Years' War
    • 2021

      The book features a collection of significant historical texts that have become rare and costly antiques. It aims to preserve these important works by republishing them in high quality, maintaining the original text and artwork. This initiative ensures that these valuable contributions to human history remain accessible for current and future generations.

      The Birch and the Star, and Other Stories