| Author |
Korolenko, Vladimir Galaktionovich, 1853-1921 |
| Translator |
Pakkala, Hanna, 1864-1950 |
| Title |
Siperialaisten maanpakolaisten elämästä: "Metsä humisee"
Metsälegenda
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| Credits |
Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Siperialaisten maanpakolaisten elämästä: 'Metsä humisee'" by Korolenko is a historical fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative immerses readers in the experiences of exiles living in Siberia, primarily focusing on the struggles of individual characters against the harsh wilderness and the inner turmoil brought about by their past and present circumstances. The opening portion introduces a solitary narrator living in a yurt, grappling with the desolation of the surrounding landscape and the gnawing loneliness of exile. As the protagonist battles both literal and metaphorical darkness, he is confirmed in his sense of alienation and sadness. The emotional ambiance is intensified when a stranger arrives, invoking both apprehension and intrigue regarding the exiled life they share. This stranger, who is revealed to be Wassili, a former convict, enters the protagonist's solitary existence, setting the stage for a complex exploration of human relationships and the search for redemption in such a forlorn environment. The beginning encapsulates the stark realities of exile while hinting at the deeper interactions that will unfold between the characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Russian fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
63239 |
| Release Date |
Sep 19, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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