| Author |
Jókai, Mór, 1825-1904 |
| Author |
Trueba, Antonio de, 1819-1889 |
| Title |
Boresko kaunotar y.m. kertomuksia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 40.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Boresko kaunotar -- Miranda / Mauri Jokai -- Äitipuoli / Don Antonio de Trueba -- Paossa / Mauri Jokai.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Boresko kaunotar y.m. kertomuksia" by Mór Jókai and Antonio de Trueba is a collection of stories written in the early 20th century. The book features various narratives, primarily focusing on themes surrounding war and personal relationships, with the titular tale centering around a Russian officer's experiences during the Turkish War and his interactions with a beautiful noblewoman named Boresko. The opening of the book begins with a detailed setting that places the reader in the midst of a military encampment near the Balkan Mountains, where the protagonist serves as an adjutant. As he deals with the rigors of war and the challenges of duty, he is interrupted by his friend Hershko, who brings news of a betting win and hints at a romantic entanglement with a mysterious woman they had previously encountered. The protagonist's intrigue deepens as the narrative unveils the beauty of the noblewoman Boresko, setting the stage for a love story entwined with danger and deception, particularly as revelations arise about Hershko's intentions. The opening portion effectively establishes a backdrop of tension, both militarily and emotionally, hinting at the dramatic turns the story may take. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
50407 |
| Release Date |
Nov 7, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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