Lyhyitä kertomuksia by Minna Canth
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About this eBook
| Author | Canth, Minna, 1844-1897 |
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| Title | Lyhyitä kertomuksia |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Lyhyitä kertomuksia" by Minna Canth is a collection of short stories written during the late 19th century. The works reflect societal issues and personal struggles in Finland, often focusing on themes of love, sacrifice, and societal expectations. The opening story introduces Hemmo, a spirited young man adored by his community, and his beloved Anna, amidst the backdrop of impending conflict in their homeland. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Hemmo, the village favorite, who is preparing for a future with his fiancée, Anna. Their idyllic life is shattered by the announcement of enemy forces in the country, prompting Hemmo to abandon his peaceful existence to join the fight for his homeland. This sets the tone for a story filled with themes of duty, love, and sacrifice, as Hemmo's character is tested in the face of war and the challenges it brings to those left behind, including Anna and their families. The narrative contrasts moments of joy with the harsh realities of conflict, encapsulating the deep emotional turmoil experienced by individuals caught in times of strife. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12612 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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