Tähtien alla: Romaani by Maila Talvio
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About this eBook
| Author | Talvio, Maila, 1871-1951 |
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| Title | Tähtien alla: Romaani |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Tähtien alla: Romaani" by Maila Talvio is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the life of Hilja Haapanen as she navigates her emotions and experiences in Helsinki, particularly the complexities of her engagement to Armas Brede. The narrative captures her inner turmoil, concerns about love, societal expectations, and the looming threats of loss and change in her life. The opening of the novel sets a gloomy autumn scene in Helsinki, emphasizing the oppressive weather that mirrors Hilja's state of mind. It begins with the household's morning routine, highlighting Maali, the long-serving maid, and the rising tension in Hilja's thoughts as she receives a letter from her fiancé, Armas. While she wishes to indulge in the joy of their engagement, feelings of insecurity and jealousy arise, particularly regarding Armas's adventures in the wider world while she remains in a stagnant domestic sphere. As the narrative unfolds, a distressing telegram from her sister, Laina, amplifies Hilja's anxiety about the fragility of life, foreshadowing a deep emotional crisis as she grapples with her desire for freedom and the reality of impending responsibilities. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57209 |
| Release Date | May 24, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 48 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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