| Editor |
Lönnrot, Elias, 1802-1884 |
| Title |
Mehiläinen 1837
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| Original Publication |
Oulu: Christian Evert Barck, 1837.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 40.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Jari Koivisto
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| Summary |
"Mehiläinen 1837" by Elias Lönnrot is a collection of poetry and folklore written in the early 19th century. It serves as a compilation of Finnish folk traditions, songs, and narratives, reflecting the cultural essence of the time through a variety of poetic forms and themes. The work likely engages with aspects of nature, daily life, and the rural experience in Finland. At the start of "Mehiläinen 1837," the text presents a vibrant assortment of Finnish folk poems that delve into themes such as nature, love, and the agricultural way of life. Various characters and settings are introduced through lyrical verses that explore rural customs and social interactions. These opening lines highlight the intricacies of Finnish mythology and the everyday experiences of people within their communities, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of both personal and collective identities in the poetic landscape. (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 |
Finnish periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73241 |
| Release Date |
Mar 23, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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