The Copenhagen Trilogy by Tiina Nunnally, Michael Favala Goldman, Tove Ditlevsen
Childhood; Youth; Dependency
"The Copenhagen Trilogy" is a collection of three autobiographical novels by Tove Ditlevsen, chronicling her life from childhood to adulthood in Copenhagen. The first book, "Childhood," explores Ditlevsen's difficult upbringing in a working-class family, while "Youth" delves into her teenage years and early adulthood, including her struggles with addiction and mental illness. The final book, "Dependency," examines Ditlevsen's relationships and her battle with addiction, culminating in her eventual recovery. Through her candid and introspective writing, Ditlevsen offers a poignant and powerful portrayal of the human experience.
The 5142nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1967
- Nationality
- Danish
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 384
- Original Language
- Danish
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- Alternate Titles
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- A Trilogia De Copenhaga
- Copenhagen Trilogy
- Copenhague Trilogia
- Kopenhagen-Trilogie
- Kopenhaska Trilogija
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