| Author |
Tavaststjerna, Karl August, 1860-1898 |
| Translator |
Aho, Juhani, 1861-1921 |
| Title |
Kertomuksia ja kuvauksia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 38.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Meri -- Urheilija -- Jää on murrettu -- Pikku kaupunki -- Pomppe -- Väärinkäsitys -- Kotiin -- Laulajan palkka -- Kolmekymmenvuotinen sota; ja sudet -- Rautatiejuttu -- Joulu Kuusamossa -- Keppi-Leena -- Kaikkien suosikki -- Taiteilijain tukala elämä -- Maria.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Kertomuksia ja kuvauksia" by Karl August Tavaststjerna is a collection of narratives likely written in the late 19th century. This work explores various themes through its short stories, diving into aspects of nature, human emotion, and societal dynamics. The author appears to depict a vivid slice of life reflective of that era, emphasizing the intricate relationships between people and their environments. The opening of this collection introduces readers to a rich tapestry of imagery and thoughts centered around the sea and personal reflections. The author evokes the unpredictable nature of the sea, likening it to human emotions, capturing moments of joy, melancholy, and contemplation as he watches the waves from his seat on the shore. He moves seamlessly from these observations into a dialogue with a friend about sailing, all the while reflecting on life’s deeper meanings. Characters emerge through vivid descriptions and dialogues, setting the stage for a multi-faceted exploration of life against the backdrop of nature, culture, and human connection. (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 |
Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Subject |
Short stories, Swedish -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
59481 |
| Release Date |
May 11, 2019 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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