| Author |
Prydz, Alvilde, 1848-1922 |
| Translator |
Walldén, Hilja, 1871-1929 |
| Uniform Title |
Barnene paa Haerø Gaard. Finnish
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| Title |
Herön kartanon lapset
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Helvi Ollikainen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Herön kartanon lapset" by Alvilde Prydz is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores themes of childhood, nature, and connections to the past, centered around the character of Pikku-Gunn, a young girl raised by the nurturing presence of her aunt and surrounded by the beauty of the coastal landscape. Through her interactions with the sea, wildlife, and other children, the novel portrays her journey of discovery and the search for belonging. The opening of the novel introduces us to Pikku-Gunn, a lively girl often found by the water's edge, playing or exploring with her faithful dog, Grimm. The narrative paints a vivid picture of the coastal setting, where the sea and nature play significant roles in shaping the children's experiences and dreams. Gunn's interactions with her aunt and the local fishermen hint at a close-knit community that embraces her spirit. As the narrative unfolds, it also introduces Hesekiel Jarlsvik, another child marked by the weight of his family's history, providing a contrast to Gunn’s joyful disposition. Their lives intertwine against the backdrop of a serene, yet sometimes harsh, natural world, hinting at the challenges and adventures to come in their upbringing. (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 |
Norwegian fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
57956 |
| Release Date |
Sep 23, 2018 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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