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Title: Noidan kirot: Kuvaus Lapin rajoilta
Credits: E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Noidan kirot: Kuvaus Lapin rajoilta" by Väinö Kataja is a narrative exploring the themes of superstition and rural life set in the early 20th century. The story follows the characters Selma and Simo as they navigate their new life together in the remote northern landscape of Finland, dealing with local legends and personal conflicts. The book likely examines the intersection of love, fear, and tradition in a community plagued by old beliefs, particularly concerning a mystical curse associated with the character Jantukka." "The opening of the narrative introduces readers to a vibrant early spring morning, as Selma and Simo travel across a vast lake towards his home at Utuniemi. While admiring the breathtaking surroundings, their conversation reveals Selma's apprehensions tied to Utuniemi's ominous reputation, believed by locals to be cursed by the notorious Lapland witch, Jantukka. The interactions between Selma, who is filled with curiosity and trepidation, and Simo, who harbors ambitions of building a life for them in this isolated place, hint at the underlying tension as they prepare to confront the challenges that the uncharted territory and its legends pose. As they approach their new home, both characters are faced with reflections on their pasts, as well as the chilling stories that may shape their future." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kataja, Väinö, 1867-1914
EBook No.: 54739
Published: May 17, 2017
Downloads: 37
Language: Finnish
Subject: Finnish fiction -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Noidan kirot: Kuvaus Lapin rajoilta
Credits: E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Noidan kirot: Kuvaus Lapin rajoilta" by Väinö Kataja is a narrative exploring the themes of superstition and rural life set in the early 20th century. The story follows the characters Selma and Simo as they navigate their new life together in the remote northern landscape of Finland, dealing with local legends and personal conflicts. The book likely examines the intersection of love, fear, and tradition in a community plagued by old beliefs, particularly concerning a mystical curse associated with the character Jantukka." "The opening of the narrative introduces readers to a vibrant early spring morning, as Selma and Simo travel across a vast lake towards his home at Utuniemi. While admiring the breathtaking surroundings, their conversation reveals Selma's apprehensions tied to Utuniemi's ominous reputation, believed by locals to be cursed by the notorious Lapland witch, Jantukka. The interactions between Selma, who is filled with curiosity and trepidation, and Simo, who harbors ambitions of building a life for them in this isolated place, hint at the underlying tension as they prepare to confront the challenges that the uncharted territory and its legends pose. As they approach their new home, both characters are faced with reflections on their pasts, as well as the chilling stories that may shape their future." (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kataja, Väinö, 1867-1914
EBook No.: 54739
Published: May 17, 2017
Downloads: 37
Language: Finnish
Subject: Finnish fiction -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.