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Uniform Title: Heliga Birgittas pilgrimsfärd. Finnish
Title: Pyhän Birgitan vaellus
Note: Reading ease score: 40.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Pyhän Birgitan vaellus" by Verner von Heidenstam is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and journey of Saint Birgitta of Sweden, a figure deeply revered in religious history, and follows her experiences against the backdrop of medieval Sweden. At the start of the story, we are introduced to the serene yet tumultuous landscape surrounding Lake Vetter, a setting that evokes a sense of mystique and longing. The narrator reflects on the stillness of the waters but senses an underlying restlessness. The narrative then shifts to Saint Birgitta herself, portrayed as a formidable figure who, despite the passage of time, remains a subject of intrigue and reverence within the community. The text presents scenes of her interactions with the villagers, showcasing their awe and fear, which hint at the significant impact she has had on their lives. As the characters and setting come to life, the groundwork is laid for a narrative filled with themes of faith, duty, and the conflict between the spiritual and mundane, suggesting a rich exploration of Birgitta’s legacy throughout the unfolding tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Heidenstam, Verner von, 1859-1940
Translator: Haapanen, Toimi
EBook No.: 53906
Published: Jan 6, 2017
Downloads: 43
Language: Finnish
Subject: Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
Subject: Bridget, of Sweden, Saint, approximately 1303-1373 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Uniform Title: Heliga Birgittas pilgrimsfärd. Finnish
Title: Pyhän Birgitan vaellus
Note: Reading ease score: 40.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: E-text prepared by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Pyhän Birgitan vaellus" by Verner von Heidenstam is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and journey of Saint Birgitta of Sweden, a figure deeply revered in religious history, and follows her experiences against the backdrop of medieval Sweden. At the start of the story, we are introduced to the serene yet tumultuous landscape surrounding Lake Vetter, a setting that evokes a sense of mystique and longing. The narrator reflects on the stillness of the waters but senses an underlying restlessness. The narrative then shifts to Saint Birgitta herself, portrayed as a formidable figure who, despite the passage of time, remains a subject of intrigue and reverence within the community. The text presents scenes of her interactions with the villagers, showcasing their awe and fear, which hint at the significant impact she has had on their lives. As the characters and setting come to life, the groundwork is laid for a narrative filled with themes of faith, duty, and the conflict between the spiritual and mundane, suggesting a rich exploration of Birgitta’s legacy throughout the unfolding tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Heidenstam, Verner von, 1859-1940
Translator: Haapanen, Toimi
EBook No.: 53906
Published: Jan 6, 2017
Downloads: 43
Language: Finnish
Subject: Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
Subject: Bridget, of Sweden, Saint, approximately 1303-1373 -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.