The Copenhagen Trilogy: Childhood; Youth; Dependency by Tove Irma Margit Ditlevsen, Tiina Nunnally, Michael Favala Goldman
"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 4143rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1967
- Nationality
- Danish
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 384
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Danish
If you're interested in seeing the ranking details on this book go here
This book is on the following lists:
- The 10 Best Books Through Time (New York Times)