Kielland, Alexander Lange 1849-1906 creator Cassie, R. L. (Robert Lawson) 1859-1938 text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Norse Tales and Sketches" by Alexander Lange Kielland is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century, showcasing the author's skill in portraying human nature and societal dynamics. The tales are likely imbued with a blend of realism and thoughtful satire, reflective of Norse culture and thought processes, crafted to evoke both amusement and contemplation among readers. The opening of the collection introduces a vibrant social scene set in Paris, where a dinner party hosted by Senhor de Silvis unfolds. The guests, a diverse mix of characters, engage in lively conversation and merriment, although a mysterious Irish musician silently captures attention. As the atmosphere thickens with entertainment, the musician's performance transforms from light-hearted tunes to a haunting melody that leaves the guests unnerved. This unsettling shift reveals a deeper layer of emotion, as the music elicits discomfort and reflection, foreshadowing the themes of complexity and human experience that the following stories are likely to explore. (This is an automatically generated summary.) A siesta -- A monkey -- A tale of the sea -- A dinner -- Trofast -- Karen -- My sister's journey to Modum -- Letters from Master-Pilot Seehus -- Old dances -- Autumn. Release date is 2005-01-04 E-text prepared by Clare Boothby, Jim Wiborg, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team Original publication data not identified Short stories Norwegian fiction PT Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14593 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14593 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133337.0 14593