Laupeuden työt by Wilhelm Heinrich Riehl

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Author Riehl, Wilhelm Heinrich, 1823-1897
Translator Suomalainen, Katri
Title Laupeuden työt
Note Reading ease score: 39.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Laupeuden työt" by Wilhelm Heinrich Riehl is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of the Thirty Years' War, focusing on the struggles of villagers during tumultuous times. The main characters include Konrad, a young blacksmith, and Kersti, his brave fiancée, as they navigate the dangers and moral dilemmas posed by war, illness, and oppressive local authority. The opening of the book introduces us to Konrad and Kersti working together in the blacksmith's forge. Their camaraderie is evident through their playful banter and dedication to their craft, even as they contend with the devastating impact of war and plague on their village, Löhnberg. The situation is made more dire by the haphazard leadership of the local mayor, who neglects his duties amidst the chaos. The chapter sets the tone of resilience amidst despair, highlighting the human spirit's struggle to maintain connection and integrity despite overwhelming odds, as both characters confront internal and societal challenges that deepen in seriousness as the story unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject German fiction -- Translations into Finnish
Category Text
EBook-No. 22649
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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