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Alkio, Santeri
1862
1930
Filander, Aleksander
Filander, Santeri
Paukkunen, Jussi
Heikkiläinen, Iiska
Heikkilainen, Iiska
Puukkojunkkarit
Reading ease score: 52.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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"Puukkojunkkarit" by Santeri Alkio is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores the tumultuous social dynamics and the courtship rituals of young men and women in rural Finland, with a particular focus on the character Santra, who becomes a central figure in the conflict that arises between suitors vying for her affection amidst a backdrop of cultural expectations and personal ambitions. The opening portion of the story introduces Santra, a young woman who is of interest to many suitors, leading to a series of confrontations among them at her family's estate. The narrative depicts Wednesday's nights filled with tension and rivalry as young men take to the stairs of her house, eagerly attempting to win her over, sometimes resulting in violent skirmishes. Santra's own independence grows amidst these chaotic interactions, and she is portrayed as someone who is coming into her own while navigating family pressures, particularly from her controlling stepmother and father, who are keen on aligning her with a suitable match—namely Ella from a wealthier background. Her internal conflict escalates as she discovers her true desires against societal expectations, foreshadowing the emotional turmoil that follows. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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