| Author |
Couperus, Louis, 1863-1923 |
| Translator |
Krohn, Helmi, 1871-1967 |
| Uniform Title |
Van oude mensen, de dingen, die voorbijgaan. Finnish
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| Title |
Kuusikymmentä vuotta sitten
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| Original Publication |
Helsinki: Otava, 1924.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 51.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Tuula Temonen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Kuusikymmentä vuotta sitten" by Louis Couperus is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work delves into complex familial relationships and personal introspections, mainly focusing on the character of Lot Pauws as he navigates the emotional landscape of love, obligation, and individuality amidst a backdrop of changing dynamics within his family, particularly concerning his relationships with his mother Ottilie and his fiancée Elly. The opening of the novel introduces us to a lively household, highlighting the interactions between Lot and his mother, who is characterized by her mixed emotions towards his impending marriage. We are immediately drawn into the family’s tensions as Ottilie expresses her jealousy and apprehension regarding Lot's engagement to Elly. The narrative captures the mother's struggle with her aging and feelings of abandonment, contrasted with Lot's desire for freedom and independence. The complex dynamics are further explored through conversations that reveal deep-seated emotions and the unspoken challenges of their lives, setting the stage for a story rich with introspection and relational intricacies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Dutch fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74125 |
| Release Date |
Jul 25, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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