The Fisherman's Ring
The novel revolves around a young woman who returns to her childhood home after being away for many years. She becomes involved with the local community and begins to uncover secrets about their lives. The story explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of human relationships.
By Selma Lagerlof · First published 1904 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Religious Fiction · 7,614 words
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During the reign of the Doge Gradenigos there lived in Venice an old fisherman, Cecco by name. He had been an unusually strong man, and was still very strong for his age, but lately he had given up work and left it to his two sons to provide for him. He was very proud of his sons, and he loved them -- ah, signor, how he loved them!
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The Fisherman's Ring is listed on Textopian as a short story by Selma Lagerlof, dated 1904 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Selma Lagerlof
- Date: 1904 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction, Religious Fiction, Tragedy, Adventure
- Length: 7,614 words
- Structure: 1 section, 130 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The narrative explores deep emotional themes, character development, and philosophical reflections on faith, loss, and the human condition.
- Historical Fiction — Set in Venice during a specific historical period, the story incorporates historical elements and cultural references relevant to the time.
- Religious Fiction — The plot centers around themes of faith, divine intervention, and the relationship between humans and the divine, particularly focusing on the figure of San Marco.
- Tragedy — The story involves significant loss and suffering, particularly through the tragic fate of the protagonist's sons and the ensuing emotional turmoil.
Tags
Fiction · Novel · Swedish Literature · Realism · Social Commentary · Fishermen's Life · Maritime Fiction · Coming of Age · Self-Discovery · Identity Crisis · Family Dynamics · Love Story