Viljan valtakunta by Jarl Hemmer

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Author Hemmer, Jarl, 1893-1944
Translator Jalkanen, Huugo, 1888-1969
Uniform Title Rågens rike. Finnish
Title Viljan valtakunta
Original Publication Helsinki: Holger Schildt, 1926.
Note Reading ease score: 50.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits Tuula Temonen
Summary "Viljan valtakunta" by Jarl Hemmer is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set in a rural Finnish village, the story introduces themes of love, conflict, and the dynamics of village life, focusing primarily on characters like Markus, a strong and empathetic farmhand, and Klaara, the daughter of a local widow. As the narrative unfolds, it delves into their relationships and the societal expectations that shape their lives. The opening of "Viljan valtakunta" presents a vivid depiction of the village setting along a slow-moving river, surrounded by fields and homes that reflect both affluence and hardship. We meet Markus, who has a hidden affection for Klaara and is caught in the throes of village conflicts, particularly regarding a looming romantic rivalry with Pankari, a prominent local figure. Tensions are hinted at through Markus’s thoughts and the village's social intricacies, including the impact of seasonal events like the timber floating that disrupts the local peace and leads to violence and unrest. The narrative captures a blend of idyllic summer scenes and the rise of underlying social conflicts, setting the stage for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Swedish poetry -- Translations into Finnish
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EBook-No. 72568
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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