Geijerstam, Gustaf af 1858-1909 creator Kaila, Antti text utu 2021 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Pikku-veikon kirja: Avioliittoromaani" by Gustaf af Geijerstam is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around the life of a family, primarily exploring themes of happiness, love, and the inevitable sorrow that accompanies life experiences. The narrative unfolds around the introspective thoughts of the father figure, who reflects on his existence, familial bonds, and the poignant struggles that arise amid the joys of marriage and parenthood. At the start of the novel, the protagonist—a writer living happily with his wife and three children—grapples with the complexities of life, love, and mortality. He recounts a moment from the past when he gifted stories to his two older sons, Olof and Svante, while his youngest, Sven, longs to be included in their world. Sven’s desire highlights a family dynamic filled with love and attention, as the father promises to write a book for him one day. As the narrative progresses, the father’s reflections on life become more profound, touching upon the joys of love and the shadows of death, setting the tone for a deeply emotional exploration of family life and the human condition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2021-05-22 Tuula Temonen Original publication data not identified Domestic fiction Married people -- Fiction Sweden -- Fiction PT Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65408 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65408 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134517.0 65408