Ran: En dramatisk dikt
- Approximate level
- C1
- Length
- 9,131 words
- Reading time
- 46 min
- Chapters
- 135
- Language
- Swedish
- On Project Gutenberg since
- 2015
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This dramatic poem from 1898 explores themes of mythology and human desire through the lens of sea spirits. As a libretto, the language is poetic and elevated, often using archaic vocabulary and complex sentence structures that reflect the literary style of the late nineteenth century. For a learner of Swedish, this text offers a challenging look at rhythmic, descriptive prose. The vocabulary is rich and atmospheric, requiring careful attention to the nuanced phrasing typical of dramatic works from this era.
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Subjects
- Operas -- Librettos
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