| Author |
Suppanen, Aatto, 1855-1898 |
| Title |
Jutelmia : Kynän pärskeitä
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| Original Publication |
Porvoo: Werner Söderström, 1890.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 49.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Luonnon helmassa -- Haaksirikko -- Vasarakauppa -- Väärällä tiellä.
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| Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Jutelmia: Kynän pärskeitä" by Aatto Suppanen is a collection of narratives likely written in the late 19th century. This work explores themes of daily life, family dynamics, and social interactions among the characters, particularly focusing on the lives of the Lajunen and Streng families during their summer stay in a rural setting. The narrative hints at underlying tensions and character contrasts, suggesting an intricate web of relationships that will unfold through the stories. The opening of the book introduces us to the Lajunen family as they travel to their rented summer home. Central characters include the lehtori (a scholar) Lajunen, his wife, and their children, alongside the Streng family, who are their summer neighbors. A sense of anticipation fills the air as Lajunen grapples with the tension between fulfilling familial duties and seeking personal tranquility amidst social obligations. The narrative sets the stage for conflicts between the characters' expectations and their lived realities, hinting at a blend of humor, social critique, and the complexities of summer life in nature. (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 -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72359 |
| Release Date |
Dec 9, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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