Legendoja by Toivo Tarvas
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About this eBook
| Author | Tarvas, Toivo, 1883-1937 |
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| Title | Legendoja |
| Original Publication | Helsinki: Otava, 1908. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 38.9 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Contents | I. Ehtoolliskalkki. Risti. Pitkä-Piena. Scala santa. Verikivi -- II. Sydämenusko. Lintujen laulu. Galileanpuu -- III. Kehto. Punaiset helmet. Rakkauden lahja. Lummekukka. Veripellon hinta. Orjantappuraruusu -- IV. Zemzem'in jousi. Allâh'in hämähäkki. Kuoleman kuvastin -- V. Pyhä Ganges. |
| Credits | Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Legendoja" by Toivo Tarvas is a collection of literary works likely written in the early 20th century. This compilation features a variety of stories and themes, drawing from myth, folklore, and spiritual reflections. The opening suggests a rich narrative tapestry intertwining human experiences with elements of the divine and supernatural, likely exploring themes of faith, redemption, and existential trials. At the start of the book, the scenes introduce characters faced with moral dilemmas, supernatural encounters, and profound revelations. In the first narrative, Risto and Aslak find themselves in a precarious situation involving a precious golden chalice, which evokes themes of sin, redemption, and the weight of guilt. The tension escalates as they embark on a journey that leads to dire consequences, culminating in Risto's struggle to confront his actions. This opening establishes a dark, enchanting atmosphere, hinting at the larger existential inquiries that will unfold throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Short stories, Finnish |
| Subject | Finnish fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 73162 |
| Release Date | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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