Author
Laura Fitinghoff
1848-1908
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Books by Laura Fitinghoff
Children of the moor
"Children of the Moor" by Laura Fitinghoff is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. Set during a famine in northern Sweden, the story follows seven orphaned siblings—led by the resolute Andy—and their milk-giving goat, Golden Horn, as they trek from settlement to settlement seeking food, shelter, and kindness. It’s a tale of endurance, faith, and the contrasts between generosity and hard-heartedness they meet along the way. The opening of the novel sketches the bleak famine in Norrland, the father’s death and the mother’s passing, and the children’s flight to avoid the poorhouse, with Andy pulling a sled that carries the youngest girls. On the road they stave off fear of wolves by singing, then find unexpected refuge with “the Spectacle Man,” a lame shoemaker (Ladd-Pelle) who feeds them; in return they clean his cottage, bake bread, and he crafts new shoes for their blistered feet. Pressing on, they are rebuffed at a prosperous farm, then overtaken by a storm on the frozen river; amid the whiteout the toddler Martha-Greta falls from the sled unnoticed, and Andy searches in vain. Meanwhile a forester discovers the child, carries her to his warm home, and his compassionate wife tends her—while the rest of the children struggle forward through the snow, now separated from their smallest sister.
Hallatunturin lapset
"Hallatunturin lapset" by Laura Fitinghoff is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set during a harsh famine year in northern Sweden, focusing on seven orphaned children who leave their home in search of a better life. Led by their oldest brother, Antti, they navigate the challenges of hunger and survival in a cold and unforgiving landscape. At the start of the narrative, the author vividly describes the devastating impact of a famine year in Norrlann, illustrating the dire conditions faced by families and emphasizing the stark contrast between good and bad years. The opening introduces the seven orphans, who are prompted to leave their home after the death of their mother, driven by a fear of being separated and sent to a poorhouse. As they journey through the wilderness, their dire situation is tempered by their sibling bonds and dreams of finding nourishment and safety, underscoring themes of resilience, hope, and the struggle for survival amid adversity.
Barnen ifrån Frostmofjället
"Barnen ifrån Frostmofjället" by Laura Fitinghoff is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the struggles of seven orphaned children, led by a boy named Ante, as they navigate a harsh landscape during a time of famine in Northern Sweden. The narrative seeks to explore themes of resilience, family, and survival, depicting the children's journey against the backdrop of their challenges and hopes. The opening of the novel establishes the dire circumstances in which the children find themselves. Set during a harsh famine in the late 1860s, Ante, who is only thirteen, takes the lead as he and his six younger siblings leave their home in search of food and shelter to avoid being sent to a poorhouse. Their mother has recently died, and their father succumbed to alcoholism, leaving the children vulnerable. As they trek through the cold and desolate landscape, the children’s conversations reveal their deep bond, as well as the hunger and fear that accompany them. The narrative's tone oscillates between hopefulness and despair as they face the reality of their situation, encountering both the stark beauty of their natural surroundings and the potential dangers they must face. Their journey prompts reflections on community, family, and the strength found in unity amidst adversity.