Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark

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Author Wollstonecraft, Mary, 1759-1797
Title Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark
Note Reading ease score: 59.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Summary "Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark" by Mary Wollstonecraft is a collection of travel letters composed in the late 18th century. This work recounts the author's journey across Scandinavia, reflecting on her experiences and observations while immersed in the landscapes, cultures, and social conditions of Sweden, Norway, and Denmark. Through this narrative, Wollstonecraft not only shares details of her travels but also imparts her insights regarding society, gender roles, and personal reflection following her profound emotional struggles. The opening portion introduces Wollstonecraft's struggles as she embarks on her journey, detailing her weariness during the voyage and her observations about the despotism impacting local industry. Upon reaching the shores of Sweden, she encounters the challenges of navigating an unfamiliar landscape, describing the stark beauty of nature, the simplicity of rural life, and her interactions with humble locals, including a hospitable lighthouse keeper. As she proceeds with her observations, she begins to critique social customs and explore themes of hospitality, gender dynamics, and the contrasts between her expectations and realities, setting the stage for deeper reflections to unfold as her journey continues. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Wollstonecraft, Mary, 1759-1797 -- Correspondence
Subject Imlay, Gilbert, 1754?-1828? -- Correspondence
Subject Authors, English -- 18th century -- Correspondence
Subject Feminists -- Great Britain -- Correspondence
Subject Wollstonecraft, Mary, 1759-1797 -- Travel -- Scandinavia
Subject Scandinavia -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
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EBook-No. 3529
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Most Recently Updated Jun 5, 2022
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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