| Editor |
Krohn, Julius, 1835-1888 |
| Title |
Helmivyö: Suomalaista runoutta
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jari Koivisto
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| Summary |
"Helmivyö: Suomalaista runoutta" by Julius Krohn is a collection of Finnish poetry compiled in the mid-19th century. This anthology focuses on gathering beautiful Finnish-language poems from various sources, aiming to present them for public enjoyment rather than limiting them to scholarly circles. Through this collection, the reader can expect to encounter a mix of traditional and contemporary poetic voices that represent the cultural landscape of Finland. At the start of the collection, the author provides a preface that emphasizes the importance of unity among poets, likening their individual talents to branches of a tree that can thrive only when connected. Krohn explains his intent to compile poems scattered across newspapers and books, making them accessible to a wider audience. He acknowledges the diversity of contributions from various poets, setting the tone for a harmonious assembly of Finnish literary works that celebrate both nature and human experience. The opening section showcases a rich tapestry of Finnish poetry, hinting at themes of community, beauty, and cultural identity. (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 |
Finnish poetry
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
49076 |
| Release Date |
May 29, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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