Kotihengettäriä by Eva Hirn

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Author Hirn, Eva, 1877-1948
Title Kotihengettäriä
Note Reading ease score: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Kotihengettäriä" by Eva Hirn is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work appears to explore the lives and dynamics of domestic servants and their relationships with the families they serve, particularly focusing on the character Lotta, an experienced and competent servant. As she navigates her role within a transitioning household, the story hints at broader themes of social class, responsibility, and personal care within the context of early modern Finnish society. The opening of the novel introduces us to Lotta, a dedicated and capable domestic servant, who has been entrusted to marry into the Sevinen family. Lotta comes from a background of hard work and resilience, and her character is painted with a strong sense of independence and capability. Despite the long working hours and her deep emotional connection to the family's children, she struggles to adjust to the changes brought about by her new urban environment after moving from the countryside. Lotta's caring nature allows her to bond with the children, and she becomes well-regarded in the household, even as she faces the trials of bureaucracy and the emerging modernity of her role. The narrative begins to intertwine her personal aspirations and the dynamics of family life, setting the stage for both inner conflict and growth. (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
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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