Author |
Korhonen, Veikko, 1888-1942 |
Title |
Suomen historiallisia kertomuksia 1 : Pakanuuden ajasta uskonpuhdistukseen
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Original Publication |
Helsinki: Osakeyhtiö Valistus, 1923.
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Note |
Reading ease score: 42.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Contents |
Erätoverit -- Kevätuhri -- Muuan partioretki -- Pyhä risti -- Rangaistus -- Ilta Kuusistossa -- Kaarle Knuutinpoika -- Viimeinen Vesperamessu -- Kustaa Vaasa Suomessa -- Kuninkaan apua anomassa -- Riita apajasta -- Suomen herttua -- Uusi sielunpaimen -- Kastematka -- Erämaan yössä -- Rautamarski -- Armoa anomassa -- Kosto -- Särkynyt joulurauha.
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Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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Summary |
"Suomen historiallisia kertomuksia 1: Pakanuuden ajasta uskonpuhdistukseen" by Veikko Korhonen is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the transition of Finland from paganism to the Reformation, detailing various events, characters, and societal changes that shaped this historical period. It likely covers key figures and narratives that molded Finland's identity during this significant transformation. The opening of the book introduces two main characters, Apso and Ilpo, who are experienced hunters residing in the wilderness of Central Finland. As they prepare for dinner after a successful day of hunting, they discuss their lives and the peace of their secluded home, only to have their tranquility disrupted by the arrival of new settlers intruding on their hunting grounds. This tension establishes the broader theme of the encroachment of outside forces on traditional ways of life, hinting at the conflicts to arise as the narrative progresses. The initial chapters blend rich imagery of the Finnish wilderness with the interpersonal dynamics of the characters, drawing readers into the historical context of a culture in transition. (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 |
Historical fiction
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Subject |
Short stories, Finnish
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Subject |
Finnish fiction -- 20th century
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
73919 |
Release Date |
Jun 26, 2024 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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