| Author |
Hellaakoski, Aaro, 1893-1952 |
| Title |
Nimettömiä lauluja
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nimett%C3%B6mi%C3%A4_lauluja
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| Credits |
Produced by Sami Sieranoja, Tapio Riikonen and PG Distributed
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| Summary |
"Nimettömiä lauluja" by Aaro Hellaakoski is a poetry collection written in the early 20th century, specifically during the years leading up to 1918. The poems predominantly reflect the emotional and philosophical landscapes surrounding themes of freedom, nature, and the human experience, set against the backdrop of a turbulent historical period in Finland. The collection consists of multiple sections that explore a range of topics from the somber reflections on war and loss, as seen in the poems dedicated to fallen comrades, to vivid imagery of nature and daily life. Hellaakoski’s verses capture moments of inspiration, longing, and contemplation, intertwining personal sentiment with broader existential questions. Throughout the poems, there is a prevalent sense of yearning for freedom and meaning, highlighting the interplay between human struggles and the natural world, while also invoking cultural and philosophical undercurrents relevant to Finnish identity at the time. The author's deft use of imagery and lyrical language draws readers into a deep emotional resonance with the themes presented. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13429 |
| Release Date |
Sep 10, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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