Settlers of the Marsh
Gelesen von Bruce Pirie
Frederick Philip Grove
(4,696 Sterne; 23 Bewertungen)
The novel “Settlers of the Marsh” (1925) is a foundational work of realism in Canadian fiction. Its author, Frederick Philip Grove, a German immigrant, settled in Manitoba and wrote vividly about the struggles of settlers in the early multi-ethnic communities of western Canada. The protagonist of “Settlers of the Marsh” is a Swedish immigrant who wrestles in stoic solitude with the hardships of pioneer life, only to discover that he has been catastrophically naïve about relations with women. Some early reviewers objected that the novel’s treatment of sexuality was “indecent,” but the book is today seen as a cornerstone of Canadian literature. - Summary by Bruce Pirie (10 hr 2 min)
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A very difficult story to hear
Linda in PNW
(3,5 Sterne)
First, the reader does a fabulous job and without that, I never would have finished. I can honestly say that this is one of the most depressing books I have heard. That is not because of poverty, death or a difficult life. The fact that the hero does not help himself was so hard to comprehend. The description of the hard life settling the land and establishing homes was interesting. The lives of the people were detailed. But, Niels, I just could not relate to. I was ready to stop listening about 2/3 of the way through because he frustrated me so. I am glad that I made it to the end.
One to remember...
Nell Grey
(5 Sterne)
Beautiful reading of an exceptional and memorable book. I've never come across this author before, or read or listened to a novel that feels so true and psychologically deep that I felt it must have been lived - at least up to the point where events take a more dramatic turn. The ending was perfect.
Good story very well written. A lot to think about.
Ron
(5 Sterne)
Excellent reading! Spectacular!
Good
Cathy Murray
(4,5 Sterne)
Great narration, story very thoughtful