Childhood, Youth, Dependency
The Copenhagen TrilogyDescription
This powerful collection gathers Tove Ditlevsen's seminal autobiographical works, *Childhood*, *Youth*, and *Dependency*, offering an unflinching look at a life marked by artistic ambition and profound struggle. Ditlevsen navigates the complexities of family, burgeoning sexuality, and the fierce desire for independence from her earliest years. Through her distinctive voice, she lays bare the devastating impact of addiction and the relentless pursuit of identity against the backdrop of societal constraints. This trilogy stands as a testament to Ditlevsen's pioneering spirit in confessional writing, exploring universal themes of love, loss, and the enduring search for self.
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paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2020
400 pages
ISBN: 9780241457573
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Details
First Published
2020
Language
eng
Translation
From: dan
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Childhood, Youth, Dependency by Tove Ditlevsen.