| Author |
Topelius, Zacharias, 1818-1898 |
| Translator |
Hahnsson, Theodolinda, 1838-1919 |
| Title |
Tähtien turvatit 1: Aika- ja luonnekuvaus kuningatar Kristiinan ajoilta
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 33.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Tähtien turvatit 1: Aika- ja luonnekuvaus kuningatar Kristiinan ajoilta" by Topelius is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores life during Queen Christina's reign through narratives interwoven with philosophical reflections and character studies. The book likely delves into significant historical events and figures of the time, capturing the essence of an era characterized by intellectual and cultural upheaval." "At the start of the book, we are introduced to an intriguing setting where two characters, Sigfrid Forsius and Lydik Larsson, are journeying across a winter landscape in 1626. Forsius, a scholarly pastor, is captivated by the stars and their significance, while Larsson provides a more pragmatic attitude towards their surroundings. A sudden encounter leads them to a realization about the fragility of life as they come across a newborn child whose mother has just died, setting in motion themes of fate and the intertwining of lives. The opening establishes a somber but reflective tone, as Forsius contemplates the larger cosmic forces at play while Larsson demonstrates the harsh realities of their time. This duality hints at the complexities of the characters’ lives against the backdrop of historical events, positioning the book as a rich tapestry of humanity and history intertwined." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
55177 |
| Release Date |
Jul 23, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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