
In a sweeping meadow that stretches toward a distant sea, an old manor and its crumbling walls stand as silent witnesses to a bygone era. The narrative opens with vivid, almost painterly descriptions of the landscape—golden light fading into somber blues, wind‑tossed trees, and a lone fence that frames a quiet garden. Amid this tranquil backdrop, two young people linger on a hill, their eyes fixed on the horizon as day slips into night.
Their quiet contemplation hints at deeper currents beneath the serene scenery. As the sky darkens and the first shadows lengthen, a sense of unease begins to stir, suggesting that the peace of this rural haven may soon be challenged. The story promises an exploration of memory, longing, and the subtle tensions that arise when the past lingers in the present, inviting listeners to follow the young protagonists as they navigate the mysteries that lie beyond the meadow’s edge.
Language
fi
Duration
~3 hours (187K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2007-07-16
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1846–1908
A leading voice of Denmark’s Modern Breakthrough, this restless, romantic writer moved between poetry, plays, novels, and painting. He is especially remembered for vivid sea-themed writing and for his close ties to the artists’ community in Skagen.
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