| Author |
Mikszáth, Kálmán, 1847-1910 |
| Translator |
Wainio, Niilo E., 1860-1931 |
| Title |
Tarinoita
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| Original Publication |
Finland: Werner Söderström,1891.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 42.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Kulta-neiti -- Se musta paikka -- Säkkipillin puhaltaja Lapaj -- Kummallinen kuitti -- Brezón hanhet -- Sisareni hautakiveä noutamassa.
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| Credits |
Tuula Temonen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Tarinoita" by Kálmán Mikszáth is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The book comprises various tales set in Hungary, filled with lively characters and reflections on life, love, and social circumstances during that period. Through engaging narratives, Mikszáth explores the complexities of human relationships and the quirks of small-town life, drawing readers into his whimsical world. The beginning of "Tarinoita" introduces readers to the peculiar and somewhat dreary town of Schemnitz. It vividly depicts the challenging environment, filled with natural obstacles and a climate that seems unfriendly. The narration then shifts to the everyday lives of the townspeople, particularly focusing on the blossoming relationships between young characters Kristina, Bohuska, and Niilo. The opening portion conveys rich details about their interactions, romantic pursuits, and the light-hearted banter among them, setting the stage for further exploration of themes such as love and the societal norms of Mikszáth’s era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Hungarian fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Subject |
Short stories, Hungarian -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69377 |
| Release Date |
Nov 18, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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