Töllinmäki by Frans Eemil Sillanpää
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About this eBook
| Author | Sillanpää, Frans Eemil, 1888-1964 |
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| Title | Töllinmäki |
| Original Publication | Finland: WSOY, 1925. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 39.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Töllinmäki" by Frans Eemil Sillanpää is a novel written in the early 20th century." The narrative seemingly revolves around the author's memories of childhood and youth spent in a small Finnish village, detailing the significance of a modest homestead. It intricately explores themes of family, personal growth, and the connection to one’s roots, with the narrator providing intimate reflections on life and relationships. "At the start of the story, the narrator reflects on his past, revealing that he grew up in a small Finnish dwelling called Töllinmäki." He recounts how his parents transitioned from running a small shop in their home to settling in a new location when he was ten. As the protagonist moves into his adolescence, he describes deep connections to the natural surroundings and the emotional turmoil of growing up, emphasizing moments of joy, such as returning home after his studies, and periods of introspection and struggle. The opening sets a nostalgic and contemplative tone, hinting at the complex interplay of personal identity, familial ties, and the passage of time that will unfold throughout the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish literature |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 70742 |
| Release Date | May 12, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 35 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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