The Pastor's Family
Jun 2026 · Haberdash Books
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A sharp, witty examination of hypocrisy and generational conflict within a respectable Finnish pastor's household, Minna Canth's masterwork exposes the hidden tensions and social contradictions simmering beneath domestic propriety. Through brisk dialogue and incisive social commentary, Canth reveals how family members navigate conflicting values, desire, and duty in late 19th-century society, offering both delightful comedy and profound insights into human nature and social constraint.
A sharp, witty examination of hypocrisy and generational conflict within a respectable Finnish pastor's household, Minna Canth's masterwork exposes the hidden tensions and social contradictions simmering beneath domestic propriety. Through brisk dialogue and incisive social commentary, Canth reve...
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Minna Canth (1844–1926) was a Finnish playwright, novelist, and social critic widely regarded as 'Finland's Ibsen.' A pioneering figure in Scandinavian literature, she used her art to champion women's rights and working-class causes, establishing herself as one of the most influential voices in shaping Finland's literary and cultural landscape during the late 19th century.
Haberdash Books is dedicated to bringing overlooked works of European and world literature into English. We specialise in nineteenth and early twentieth-century fiction from lesser-translated languages and traditions.
Minna Canth (1844–1926) was a Finnish playwright, novelist, and social critic widely regarded as 'Finland's Ibsen.' A pioneering figure in Scandinavian literature, she used her art to champion women's rights and working-class causes, establishing herself as one of the most influential voices in s...
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