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Summary

«The Emperor of Portugallia» is a poignant tale of love and selflessness. The main character, Jan Andersson, lives in a Swedish village and loves his daughter Klara Fina Gulleborg dearly. When she leaves for Stockholm to find work, Jan begins to imagine himself as the Emperor of Portugallia to cope with the separation. He lives in a world of illusions where his daughter is a princess, which helps him endure loneliness and poverty. However, when Klara returns, Jan is confronted with reality, and his dreams crumble. The story illustrates how love and fantasies can sustain a person through difficult times but also emphasizes the importance of accepting reality.