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Uniform Title: The master of Ballantrae. Finnish

Title: Veljekset: Talvinen tarina

Note: Reading ease score: 39.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen

Summary: "Veljekset: Talvinen tarina" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a tumultuous period in Scotland, revolving around the lives of two brothers, James and Henry Durrie, during the aftermath of political upheaval in the mid-18th century. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, rivalry, and family dynamics against the backdrop of historical events like the Jacobite uprisings. The opening of the novel sets the stage by introducing the Durrie family, particularly focusing on the contrasting personalities of the brothers—James, who is portrayed as reckless and charming yet deeply flawed, and Henry, the more reserved and morally upright sibling. As tensions mount over their allegiances amid the family’s challenging circumstances following the prince's invasion, the brothers clash on their outlooks regarding duty and honor. Meanwhile, the presence of Miss Alison Graham, a potential bride for James, brings complications as romantic tensions further entangle the already fraught family relationships, hinting at heartbreak and conflict to come. The initial chapters effectively set up a rich tapestry of character and intrigue, inviting readers to delve more deeply into the Durrie family's saga. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894

EBook No.: 50222

Published: Oct 15, 2015

Downloads: 71

Language: Finnish

Subject: Historical fiction

Subject: Scotland -- History -- 18th century -- Fiction

Subject: Inheritance and succession -- Fiction

Subject: Revenge -- Fiction

Subject: Psychological fiction

Subject: Brothers -- Fiction

Subject: Absence and presumption of death -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:50222:2 2015-10-15T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Stevenson, Robert Louis fi 1
2024-11-09T23:30:27Z Veljekset: Talvinen tarina

This edition has images.

Uniform Title: The master of Ballantrae. Finnish

Title: Veljekset: Talvinen tarina

Note: Reading ease score: 39.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen

Summary: "Veljekset: Talvinen tarina" by Robert Louis Stevenson is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a tumultuous period in Scotland, revolving around the lives of two brothers, James and Henry Durrie, during the aftermath of political upheaval in the mid-18th century. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, rivalry, and family dynamics against the backdrop of historical events like the Jacobite uprisings. The opening of the novel sets the stage by introducing the Durrie family, particularly focusing on the contrasting personalities of the brothers—James, who is portrayed as reckless and charming yet deeply flawed, and Henry, the more reserved and morally upright sibling. As tensions mount over their allegiances amid the family’s challenging circumstances following the prince's invasion, the brothers clash on their outlooks regarding duty and honor. Meanwhile, the presence of Miss Alison Graham, a potential bride for James, brings complications as romantic tensions further entangle the already fraught family relationships, hinting at heartbreak and conflict to come. The initial chapters effectively set up a rich tapestry of character and intrigue, inviting readers to delve more deeply into the Durrie family's saga. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Stevenson, Robert Louis, 1850-1894

EBook No.: 50222

Published: Oct 15, 2015

Downloads: 71

Language: Finnish

Subject: Historical fiction

Subject: Scotland -- History -- 18th century -- Fiction

Subject: Inheritance and succession -- Fiction

Subject: Revenge -- Fiction

Subject: Psychological fiction

Subject: Brothers -- Fiction

Subject: Absence and presumption of death -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:50222:3 2015-10-15T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Stevenson, Robert Louis fi 1