Sanajalkoja: Vihkonen runoelmia by Kustaa Killinen

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Author Killinen, Kustaa, 1849-1922
Title Sanajalkoja: Vihkonen runoelmia
Note Reading ease score: 48.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Sanajalkoja: Vihkonen runoelmia" by Kustaa Killinen is a collection of poems written in the late 19th century. The work reflects on themes of nature, national identity, love, and the struggles of rural life in Finland during this time period. Each poem captures vivid imagery and heartfelt emotion, likely resonating with the cultural and social context of the Finnish people. The opening of the collection sets the tone with a series of poems that explore deep connections to the Finnish landscape and the sentiments of the people. In the first verses, "Sanajalka," the poet introduces the symbolism of a humble plant, representing modesty and resilience despite being overlooked. This is followed by reflections on the beauty of the Finnish countryside and the harsh realities of life brought on by halla, or frost, impacting farmers. The beginning highlights the delicate balance between struggle and appreciation for the natural world, as well as the importance of heartfelt expression in the face of adversity, establishing a strong emotional foundation for the ensuing poems. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Finnish poetry -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 63774
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