| Author |
Kallas, Aino, 1878-1956 |
| Title |
Kuloa ja kevättä: Novelleja
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 49.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Sisar -- Agnes -- Tunnustus -- Tien vaihteessa -- Lomalla -- Hänen päiväkirjastaan -- Oli kerran.
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| Credits |
Produced by Helvi Ollikainen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Kuloa ja kevättä: Novelleja" by Aino Kallas is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The narratives explore interpersonal relationships and emotions, predominantly focusing on deep-seated familial bonds, love, and the transitions in life. The initial story introduces Johan Magnus Hjelm and his sister Edith, revealing their complex and nuanced relationship as Johan prepares to embark on a life-changing journey. The opening of the book presents a poignant interaction between Johan Magnus and Edith as he prepares to leave in his boat. Their dialogue reveals a mix of anticipation, concern, and unspoken emotions that complicate their sibling bond. Edith expresses a quiet, almost protective anxiety regarding Johan’s romantic intentions, hinting at deeper feelings that exist beneath the surface. This tension is further amplified by their contrasting personalities—Johan being more outwardly emotional and Edith maintaining a composed demeanor, even as she grapples with her own feelings about his potential marriage. As the narrative unfolds, it is clear that their relationship will be tested by the choices that lie ahead, setting the stage for a rich exploration of love and loyalty. (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 |
Short stories, Finnish
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| Subject |
Finnish fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
57053 |
| Release Date |
Apr 26, 2018 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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