| Author |
Berg, C. O. (Carl Oscar), 1839-1903 |
| Translator |
Reijonen, Juho Heikki, 1855-1924 |
| Title |
Kalle Sarkkisen lapsuuden muistelmia
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| Original Publication |
Porvoo: Werner Söderström, 1890.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 49.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Kalle Sarkkisen lapsuuden muistelmia" by C. O. Berg is a collection of childhood memoirs written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the early life experiences of the main character, Kalle Sarkkinen, focusing on his family dynamics, childhood adventures, and the trials and joys of growing up. It paints a nostalgic picture of rural life and childhood innocence. The opening of the memoir introduces Kalle's family, including his strict but caring father, a bailiff and farmer, and his loving mother, described as the "best mother in the world." Kalle and his siblings engage in playful antics while struggling with sibling rivalries and the challenge of obeying their mother. The narrative sets the tone with humorous anecdotes, such as the chaos that ensues during a family gathering when a coffee cup breaks, leading to personal reflections on guilt and reconciliation. As Kalle navigates the complexities of childhood, the reader is immersed in a vivid depiction of his home life, familial relationships, and early lessons learned. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Children's stories, Swedish -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
75065 |
| Release Date |
Jan 8, 2025 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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