Kustaa II Aadolf ja hänen aikalaisensa I: Kuningas Jumalan armosta by Stjernström

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Author Stjernström, Louise, 1812-1907
Translator Soini, Lauri, 1875-1919
Title Kustaa II Aadolf ja hänen aikalaisensa I: Kuningas Jumalan armosta
Historiallis-romanttinen kuvaus
Note Reading ease score: 32.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Kustaa II Aadolf ja hänen aikalaishensa I: Kuningas Jumalan armosta" by Stjernström is a historical-romantic account written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the troubled times and notable figures surrounding the reign of King Gustav II Adolf of Sweden, illustrating the political and personal challenges faced in the monarchy. The opening portion suggests a blend of historical events with personal intertwining, as it introduces characters such as Queen Christina and Prince Johan, hinting at themes of duty, power, and love. At the start of the story, the atmosphere in Nyköping Castle is solemn, as Queen Christina mourns in black, surrounded by weeping ladies-in-waiting and family members. Young Ebba Brahe is introduced as a character caught in the weight of her courtly duties and personal losses, while the prince and his younger brother grapple with their futures amid impending war and political strife. The dialogue hints at the looming conflicts that will arise, both nationally and personally, as rival claims to the throne and the intricacies of courtly relationships unfold, setting the stage for a tale deeply rooted in historical drama and romantic entanglements. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
Subject Gustav II Adolf, King of Sweden, 1594-1632 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 55884
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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