Mehiläinen 1839 by Elias Lönnrot

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Editor Lönnrot, Elias, 1802-1884
Title Mehiläinen 1839
Note Reading ease score: 47.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Jari Koivisto
Summary "Mehiläinen 1839" by Elias Lönnrot is a collection of literary and cultural writings created in the early 19th century. This work brings together a variety of topics, including reflections on Finnish folklore, poetry, and discussions of history, with a particular focus on the character Lemminkäinen, a hero from Finnish mythology. These diverse elements suggest a celebration of Finnish identity and tradition during a time when its cultural heritage was gaining recognition. The opening portion of "Mehiläinen" presents a poetic lament from the perspective of a bee, reflecting on its former glory before it became marginalized and forgotten in its native land. The bee recounts wandering through various regions, feeling increasingly isolated and despairing over its lost significance. In parallel, the text introduces Lemminkäinen's story, outlining his heroic yet perilous journey as he prepares to seek out the maiden of Pohjola and battle numerous adversities. This rich blend of myth and personal struggle establishes the groundwork for exploring Finnish cultural narratives and the resilience of its folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Finnish periodicals
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EBook-No. 51301
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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