| Author |
Leino, Kasimir, 1866-1919 |
| Title |
Elämästä
Pienempiä kertomuksia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 51.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Härmänmäkeläisten markkinareissu -- Neron tähteet -- Pehkos Jussi -- Se oli kuitenkin minun ihanin unelmani -- Laskiaislupa -- "Vesi-ukko".
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Elämästä" by Kasimir Leino is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The work explores the themes of everyday life and social interactions within rural communities, particularly in Eastern Finland. The opening story focuses on the preparations and experiences of characters as they prepare for a market visit, providing insights into their lives, relationships, and local customs. At the start of the book, the narrative introduces the characters living in a rural household in Eastern Pohjanmaa as they prepare for an upcoming market trip. The landlord and his friends engage in light banter over mundane tasks, showcasing their relationships and daily routines. There is a clear emphasis on the camaraderie and social dynamics present in their community, as well as a glimpse into their lives through discussions about food, chores, and plans for the market day. The atmosphere is lively and relatable, setting a tone that combines humor with the challenges of rural life. (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 |
Fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
16794 |
| Release Date |
Oct 3, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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