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Kauppis-Heikki
1862
1920
Kauppinen, Heikki
Savolaisia: Tarinoita
Peltoniemen Paavo -- Junnukka -- Rahakauppiasta tervehtimässä -- Kunnan "rohtosatsi" -- Miten Vesapuron veljekset pysyivät yhtenä talona -- Kohtaus -- Suuttuu suunnankin mies -- Ei se ollutkaan kone -- Herra ja renki -- Hyvä on -- Metka -- Yksi kerrallaan -- Yrjö Sarkanen -- Hauki.
Produced by Timo Ervasti and Tapio Riikonen
"Savolaisia: Tarinoita" by Kauppis-Heikki is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. These stories likely explore themes related to rural life and characters in a Finnish setting, dealing with their struggles, interactions, and traditional practices. The opening story introduces us to Peltoniemen Paavo, a unique character whose lifestyle and habits reflect the agricultural life. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Peltoniemen Paavo, a tall, lean man characterized by his rough appearance and unkempt demeanor. The opening chapters describe his unusual work habits during the summer, where he works tirelessly both day and night in the fields, suggesting a man devoted to his labor. Paavo's strong affinity for mathematics emerges, as he engages in various calculations, particularly regarding the logistics of his life, including the hypothetical wealth of his future godchild. The comedic element shines through as his obsession with numbers clashes with societal norms, leading to humorous discussions with his neighbors about the merits of taking a wife or remaining single. As the story unfolds, it sets the tone for a reflection on the simplicity and complexity of rural existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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