Välskärin kertomuksia 1 by Zacharias Topelius
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| Author | Topelius, Zacharias, 1818-1898 |
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| Translator | Aho, Juhani, 1861-1921 |
| Title |
Välskärin kertomuksia 1
Kuninkaan sormus. Miekka ja aura. Tuli ja vesi. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 39.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Note | Translation of: Konungens ring, Svärdet och plogen, and Eld och vatten. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Välskärin kertomuksia 1" by Zacharias Topelius is a collection of historical tales written in the late 19th century. The work centers around the experiences of a character known as Välskäri, who reflects on his adventures and observations throughout his life in various countries, notably during significant historical events like battles and interactions with different cultures. The narrative is imbued with themes of nationalism and cultural respect for the Finnish people. The opening of the book introduces us to the character of Välskäri, who reminisces about his extensive travels and the deep connections he has formed with the Finnish homeland. As he returns to Finland, he expresses a sense of gratitude and fulfillment for being able to speak the Finnish language, emphasizing his ties to the common people and their struggles. It sets the stage for a series of stories that intertwine personal anecdotes with historical events, such as the Battle of Breitenfeld, hinting at the valor and experiences of ordinary soldiers, including a young man named Perttilä, who is eager to prove his mettle in the face of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Thirty Years' War, 1618-1648 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Gustav II Adolf, King of Sweden, 1594-1632 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 36190 |
| Release Date | May 22, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 75 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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