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Title: Kaarle XII vanginvartijana
Note: Reading ease score: 40.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Kaarle XII vanginvartijana" by J. O. Åberg is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to center around real events during the life of King Charles XII of Sweden, particularly focusing on a dramatic encounter involving diverse characters, including the king himself and various representatives of Polish nobility, amidst the backdrop of conflict and tension during the Great Northern War. The opening of the narrative sets the stage on July 8, 1700, depicting a somber, stormy scene in Riga that encapsulates the high stakes of the unfolding drama. We are introduced to King Charles XII and his small contingent of men, including the faithful Sergeant Kaski, as they pursue Cardinal Primas, navigating through the fog and uncertainty of battle. The character dynamics emerge through their exchanges, particularly highlighting the king's frustration with his men’s apprehensions and the sergeant’s unwavering spirit in the face of danger. As tensions escalate, the king makes a bold move to engage the enemy, provoking a mix of loyalty and fear among his followers, setting a compelling foundation for the conflicts to come in this historical saga. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Åberg, J. O. (Johan Olof), 1843-1898
EBook No.: 38979
Published: Feb 25, 2012
Downloads: 57
Language: Finnish
Subject: Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
Subject: Charles XII, King of Sweden, 1682-1718 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Kaarle XII vanginvartijana
Note: Reading ease score: 40.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Kaarle XII vanginvartijana" by J. O. Åberg is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to center around real events during the life of King Charles XII of Sweden, particularly focusing on a dramatic encounter involving diverse characters, including the king himself and various representatives of Polish nobility, amidst the backdrop of conflict and tension during the Great Northern War. The opening of the narrative sets the stage on July 8, 1700, depicting a somber, stormy scene in Riga that encapsulates the high stakes of the unfolding drama. We are introduced to King Charles XII and his small contingent of men, including the faithful Sergeant Kaski, as they pursue Cardinal Primas, navigating through the fog and uncertainty of battle. The character dynamics emerge through their exchanges, particularly highlighting the king's frustration with his men’s apprehensions and the sergeant’s unwavering spirit in the face of danger. As tensions escalate, the king makes a bold move to engage the enemy, provoking a mix of loyalty and fear among his followers, setting a compelling foundation for the conflicts to come in this historical saga. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Åberg, J. O. (Johan Olof), 1843-1898
EBook No.: 38979
Published: Feb 25, 2012
Downloads: 57
Language: Finnish
Subject: Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
Subject: Charles XII, King of Sweden, 1682-1718 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.