Samlede Værker, Andet Bind

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Samlede Værker, Andet Bind

by Jeppe Aakjær

DA·~5 hours

Chapters

Description

A lively, off‑beat anthology bursts open with a cascade of word‑games and unexpected juxtapositions. The author toys with Danish sounds, turning everyday terms into rhythmic riddles that invite listeners to lean in and untangle the hidden meanings. From the clatter of “JAWN HUMØR” to the haunting chant of “SANG FRA GRUBEN,” each piece feels like a miniature performance, full of invented phrases that echo the cadence of folk songs and the pulse of modern city life.

The collection weaves together reflections on work, nature, and the human condition, often through vivid, almost tactile imagery—hands gripping “Stortæerne,” miners humming in the depths, and travelers dreaming of distant shores. Though experimental in form, the poems retain a warm, communal voice, recalling simple conversations and shared labor while nudging the ear toward new linguistic territories. Listeners will find themselves both amused and moved, as familiar sounds are reshaped into fresh, resonant patterns.

Details

Language

da

Duration

~5 hours (300K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Louise Hope, Steen Christensen and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2008-03-03

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Jeppe Aakjær

Jeppe Aakjær

1866–1930

A major voice in Danish literature, he wrote vividly about rural life and the hard conditions faced by farm workers. His poems and novels helped turn local landscapes, dialect, and everyday people into lasting literature.

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