Jonas Durmanin testamentti by Sigurd

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Author Sigurd, 1852-1906
Translator Alpi, Eero, 1885-1933
Title Jonas Durmanin testamentti
Note Reading ease score: 39.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Jonas Durmanin testamentti" by Sigurd is a novel written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around the titular character, Jonas Durman, a man whose life is marked by struggles as he graduates from a troubled youth to a reclusive but successful mill owner. The narrative unfolds from the perspective of his testament, which reveals not just his last wishes but also delves into the complexities of family, social expectations, and the transformative vision he has for the future of young, hardworking individuals. The opening of the novel sets the stage by chronicling the life and misfortunes of Jonas Durman. Raised in a family that often viewed him as a disappointment, he ultimately embarks on a journey of self-discovery. After inheriting a small sum from his deceased parents, he takes a bold step to establish himself by moving to Värmland, where he sets up a mill and gradually builds a prosperous enterprise. The narrative pivots to a poignant moment when his will is read, awakening mixed emotions among the relatives who had underestimated him. His testament reveals not only his financial distributions but also an ambitious plan for a communal settlement aimed at aiding less fortunate individuals seeking practical livelihoods, thus shedding light on Jonas' hope for a legacy beyond mere wealth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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EBook-No. 48017
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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