Perth'in kaupungin kaunotar by Walter Scott

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Author Scott, Walter, 1771-1832
Translator Krohn, Julius, 1835-1888
Uniform Title The fair maid of Perth. Finnish
Title Perth'in kaupungin kaunotar
Note Reading ease score: 36.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Perth'in kaupungin kaunotar" by Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Perth, a picturesque city in Scotland, during the late 14th century and explores themes of beauty, duty, and societal expectations through the figure of the titular character, the beautiful Katri Hanskuri. The opening of the novel introduces the setting of Perth and highlights its natural beauty and historical significance. It presents Katri, the daughter of a leatherworker, who is renowned for her beauty and integrity. As she navigates her interactions with noble suitors, including the proud and affluent, the narrative delves into her thoughts about social class and romantic pursuits. The beginning sets the stage for conflict as her father expresses disdain for the arrogance of the nobility while simultaneously hoping for a suitable match for his daughter. The complex relationships and societal tensions are established, hinting at the struggles Katri will face as she balances love, aspiration, and her father's wishes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Merchants -- Fiction
Subject Social classes -- Fiction
Subject Nobility -- Fiction
Subject Scotland -- History -- Robert III, 1390-1406 -- Fiction
Subject Perth (Scotland) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 22514
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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