Yllätys y. m. kertomuksia Alaskasta by Jack London

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Author London, Jack, 1876-1916
Translator Oksanen, Vilho
Title Yllätys y. m. kertomuksia Alaskasta
Note Reading ease score: 52.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents Yllätys -- Aurinkokoirain jäljet -- Valkoinen Hiljaisuus -- Keeshin tarina.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Yllätys y. m. kertomuksia Alaskasta" by Jack London is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores themes of survival, adventure, and the human spirit, often set against the backdrop of the harsh Alaskan wilderness. The opening portion primarily introduces the protagonist, Edith Whittlesey, and her husband Hans Nelson, who leave behind a predictable life for the uncertainty and challenges of the gold rush in Alaska. The beginning of the book introduces the challenges faced by Edith and Hans as they embark on a journey to Alaska during the gold rush. As they settle into their new life, Edith transforms from a sheltered woman of the English countryside to a resilient individual capable of adapting to the unexpected trials of frontier life. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when a fellow miner, Michael Dennin, unexpectedly attacks them, leading to a violent confrontation that tests the limits of their survival instincts and moral compass. This shocking event not only changes their lives but sets the stage for a deeper examination of human nature and justice in the unforgiving wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Alaska -- Fiction
Subject Yukon River Valley (Yukon and Alaska) -- Fiction
Subject Adventure stories, American -- Translations into Finnish
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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