Child Maidelvold
Child Maidelvold is a coming-of-age story about a young girl named Maidelvold, who is born into a family of privilege in the small town of Lillehammer, Norway. She is the daughter of a wealthy merchant and is expected to follow in her father’s footsteps. But Maidelvold has other plans. She dreams of becoming a doctor and helping those in need. Maidelvold’s journey is filled with obstacles, both physical and emotional. She must overcome her own fears and insecurities, as well as the expectations of her family and society. Along the way, she meets a variety of characters who help her on her journey, including a mysterious old woman who teaches her the importance of self-reliance and a kind-hearted doctor who encourages her to pursue her dreams. Child Maidelvold is a story of courage, determination, and the power of dreams. It is a story of a young girl who refuses to be defined by the expectations of others and instead follows her own path.
By Thomas James Wise · First published 1913 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama · 968 words
First lines
The fair Sidselil, of all maidens the flower, With her mother the Queen sat at work in her bower.
So hard at the woof the fair Sidselil plies, That out from her bosom, so white, the milk flies.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Thomas James Wise
- Date: 1913 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Drama, Adventure
- Length: 968 words
- Structure: 1 section, 36 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the 19th century and follows the story of a young girl, Maidelvold, as she navigates the social and political landscape of the time.
- Romance — The book follows the romantic relationship between Maidelvold and her love interest, and the obstacles they face in their pursuit of love.
- Drama — The book follows the dramatic events that unfold in Maidelvold's life, as she faces difficult decisions and struggles to find her place in the world.
- Adventure — The book follows Maidelvold on her adventures as she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and exploration.
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