| Author |
Järventaus, Arvi, 1883-1939 |
| Title |
Satu-Ruijan maa: Kertomuksia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 43.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Satu-Ruijan maa -- Maasin vanhan kirkon löytö -- Kirkonrappausviikot Hammerfestissa -- Tromssan maaherra lyö leivinuuninteon Abraham Kellonsoittajalle -- Leivinuuninteko Lappean pappilassa -- Lappean pappi -- Lappean papin rouva -- Piispantarkastus -- Kesäyönvalon maa -- Piispanristi -- Abraham Kellonsoittajan joulusaarna -- Kaavuonon ruukin vanha patruuna -- Anders Dry -- Keisarintytär saapuu Jyykeään -- Vanha suntio.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Satu-Ruijan maa: Kertomuksia" by Arvi Järventaus is a collection of interconnected stories written in the early 20th century. The work explores themes of regional identity and cultural contrasts, particularly between the South and the enigmatic northern region of Ruija, following the experiences of diverse characters such as the dreamer Abraham Kellonsoittaja and other inhabitants of this magical land." "The opening of the book introduces readers to the picturesque and mystifying landscapes of Ruija, contrasting them with the more mundane South. The narrative begins with poetic reflections on the grandeur of Ruija, described as a realm of astounding wealth and imagination, embodied by figures like Abraham Kellonsoittaja, a local artisan filled with creativity. As the story unfolds, elements of folklore, history, and the interactions among characters in this untamed environment set the stage for a tale infused with humor and insightful observations about life in the North. The stage is thus set for further explorations of the unique experiences and tales that shape the identity of Ruija and its people." (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 |
Short stories, Finnish
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| Subject |
Finnish fiction -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
49160 |
| Release Date |
Jun 7, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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