| Author |
Turgenev, Ivan Sergeevich, 1818-1883 |
| Translator |
Suomalainen, Samuli, 1850-1907 |
| Title |
Metsämiehen muistelmia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Note |
Translated excerpts from "Zapiski okhotnika."
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| Contents |
Yökausi paimenessa (Vjeshinan niitty) -- Naapurini Radilov -- Talollinen Ovsjanikov -- Konttori.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Metsämiehen muistelmia" by Ivan Sergeevich Turgenev is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The book appears to explore the life and reflections of a hunter, centered around nature, rural life, and the relationships between characters in a peasant setting. It captures the essence of a simpler life intertwined with themes of nostalgia and the complexities of human interactions. The opening of the narrative presents a vivid depiction of a beautiful July day, setting the stage for the main character's hunting expedition. As the hunter describes his surroundings, he becomes disoriented and loses his way while returning home. The atmosphere shifts dramatically as he finds himself amidst unfamiliar territory, ultimately arriving at a meadow known for its nocturnal gatherings of local children tending to horses. Here, he encounters a group of boys sharing tales, legends, and a sense of camaraderie under the night sky, showcasing a blend of youthful exuberance and an underlying sense of mystery in their stories. This initial section establishes both the setting and the tone for a deeper exploration of rural life, relationships, and folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Russia -- Social life and customs -- 1533-1917 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Russia -- Social conditions -- 1801-1917 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Country life -- Russia -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Peasants -- Russia -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
34760 |
| Release Date |
Dec 27, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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