Publisher's Synopsis
The Girl From The March Croft is a novel written by Selma Lagerlof, originally published in 1916. The story is set in rural Sweden and follows the life of a young girl named Helga who grows up on a small farm in the marshlands. Helga is a sensitive and imaginative child who dreams of a better life beyond the confines of her humble upbringing. She is particularly drawn to the stories of her grandmother, who tells her tales of the supernatural and the magical creatures that inhabit the marshes.As she grows older, Helga becomes increasingly aware of the harsh realities of life on the farm. Her father is a hard-working but stern man who is often distant and unapproachable. Her mother is kind but frail, and struggles to keep up with the demands of the household. Helga's only solace is her friendship with a young boy named Erik, who shares her love of nature and her dreams of a more exciting life.As Helga enters adolescence, she begins to experience the first stirrings of romantic love. She becomes infatuated with a young man named Arne, who is handsome and charming but also reckless and irresponsible. Helga's father disapproves of Arne and forbids her from seeing him, but Helga is determined to follow her heart.The Girl From The March Croft is a poignant and beautifully written novel that explores themes of love, loss, and the struggle for self-discovery. Selma Lagerlof's vivid descriptions of the Swedish countryside and her deep understanding of human nature make this a timeless classic that is still widely read and enjoyed today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.