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Title: Ulla Fersen: Historiallinen novelli
Note: Reading ease score: 42.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Ulla Fersen: Historiallinen novelli" by G. H. Mellin is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds on Hiidenmaa, depicting the lives and interactions of the local nobility and the mysterious lives of mariners during a time of political unrest. It centers around Baron Akatius von Gyldenstubbe, his family, and the significance of a lighthouse, encapsulating themes of loyalty, familial bonds, and the shadows of war. The opening of the novel sets the stage with a rich description of the scenic coastal landscape and the lighthouse, known as Dagerort, which holds both practical and symbolic importance. Baron von Gyldenstubbe is introduced as a diligent caretaker of the lighthouse, embodying a strong sense of duty amidst the backdrop of impending conflict. As the baron hosts dinner guests, discussions unfold about the looming threat of war with Sweden, interspersed with glimpses into the mysterious past of his family, the traditions, and the fleeting peace they enjoy. Tension builds as the characters reflect on their heritage and the larger political currents shaping their lives, foreshadowing the challenges they will face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mellin, G. H. (Gustaf Henrik), 1803-1876
Translator: Lempiranta, Arvo, 1860-1914
EBook No.: 44283
Published: Nov 25, 2013
Downloads: 39
Language: Finnish
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Ulla Fersen: Historiallinen novelli
Note: Reading ease score: 42.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Ulla Fersen: Historiallinen novelli" by G. H. Mellin is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds on Hiidenmaa, depicting the lives and interactions of the local nobility and the mysterious lives of mariners during a time of political unrest. It centers around Baron Akatius von Gyldenstubbe, his family, and the significance of a lighthouse, encapsulating themes of loyalty, familial bonds, and the shadows of war. The opening of the novel sets the stage with a rich description of the scenic coastal landscape and the lighthouse, known as Dagerort, which holds both practical and symbolic importance. Baron von Gyldenstubbe is introduced as a diligent caretaker of the lighthouse, embodying a strong sense of duty amidst the backdrop of impending conflict. As the baron hosts dinner guests, discussions unfold about the looming threat of war with Sweden, interspersed with glimpses into the mysterious past of his family, the traditions, and the fleeting peace they enjoy. Tension builds as the characters reflect on their heritage and the larger political currents shaping their lives, foreshadowing the challenges they will face. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Mellin, G. H. (Gustaf Henrik), 1803-1876
Translator: Lempiranta, Arvo, 1860-1914
EBook No.: 44283
Published: Nov 25, 2013
Downloads: 39
Language: Finnish
Subject: Historical fiction
Subject: Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.