Tuonelan joutsen; Sota valosta; Johan Wilhelm by Eino Leino

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Author Leino, Eino, 1878-1926
Title Tuonelan joutsen; Sota valosta; Johan Wilhelm
Note Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Tuonelan joutsen; Sota valosta; Johan Wilhelm" by Eino Leino is a collection of poetic plays written in the late 19th century. This work delves into themes of death, heroism, and the struggle for existential meaning, threading together characters from Finnish mythology such as Lemminkäinen and Tuonen Tyttö. Through lyrical dialogue and dramatic interaction, it explores the tensions between life and death, making it a compelling piece for readers interested in poetic literature and Nordic mythology. The opening of "Tuonelan joutsen" sets a vivid scene on the banks of Tuonela's river, where nature and the supernatural intertwine. The protagonist, Lemminkäinen, enters in a warrior's garb, expressing his inner turmoil through song and engaging with Tuonen Tyttö, who embodies the serene yet haunting essence of the afterlife. This section introduces the philosophical discourse on life and death, with Lemminkäinen expressing his defiance against fate and the allure of Tuonela, while the Tuonen Tyttö warns him of his futile pursuits. The interplay between these characters foreshadows a deeper exploration of the struggles confronted by those seeking purpose amidst the inevitability of death. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Drama
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EBook-No. 18744
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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