| Author |
Hjelt, Edv. (Edvard), 1855-1921 |
| Title |
Vaiherikkailta vuosilta 2 : Sotavuodet ja oleskelu Saksassa
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| Original Publication |
Helsinki: Otava, 1919.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 23.1 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Vaiherikkailta vuosilta 2: Sotavuodet ja oleskelu Saksassa" by Edvard Hjelt is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles the author's experiences and observations during the tumultuous years of World War I, particularly focusing on his time as a representative of independent Finland in Germany. The narrative reflects political developments, personal memories, and significant events that shaped Finland's path toward autonomy. The opening of the narrative introduces the reader to Hjelt's journey through Europe in the summer of 1914, a time marked by increasing tensions leading to war. As he travels from a relaxing stay in Bavaria to health treatments in the Swiss Alps, he becomes acutely aware of the growing political strife. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand serves as the catalyst for the events that follow. Hjelt vividly captures the atmosphere around him, from the carefree discussions among vacationers to the foreboding sense of impending conflict, as he navigates through changing landscapes and shifting sentiments leading to his eventual stay in Germany amidst the war. The blend of personal insight and historical context sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Finland's struggles for independence during a critical period in European history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland
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| Subject |
Finland -- Politics and government -- 1809-1917
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Finland
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| Subject |
Finland -- Foreign relations -- Germany
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| Subject |
Germany -- Foreign relations -- Finland
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73853 |
| Release Date |
Jun 17, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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