| Author |
Krylov, Ivan Andreevich, 1768-1844 |
| Translator |
Putro, Sakari, 1856-1931 |
| Title |
Tarinoita
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| Original Publication |
Helsinki: Kust.Oy Kansa, 1913.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Tarinoita" by Ivan Andreevich Krylov is a collection of fables written in the early 20th century. The tales are rich with allegory and feature a variety of animals that exhibit human traits, often highlighting moral lessons and social commentary. Krylov's work encourages readers to reflect on human behaviors and societal flaws through the actions and decisions of these anthropomorphized creatures. The opening of "Tarinoita" introduces a series of engaging fables, beginning with a conversation between an ass and a nightingale, where the ass critiques the nightingale's singing abilities, leading to a humorous and reflective conclusion about criticism and self-awareness. Following this, other fables explore themes of power, wisdom, and the folly of pride through various animal characters, such as an unwise elephant and a boastful rooster. Each fable exemplifies life lessons intertwined with witty narratives, emphasizing the importance of humility, cooperation, and understanding the consequences of one's actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Russian poetry -- Translations into Finnish
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| Subject |
Fables, Russian -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73646 |
| Release Date |
May 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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