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Title: Keisaririkos: Kuvausjakso 1890-luvulta
Note: Reading ease score: 35.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Keisaririkos: Kuvausjakso 1890-luvulta" by Santeri Alkio is a historical narrative written in the early 20th century. The book captures the sociopolitical atmosphere in Finland during the 1890s, exploring themes of national identity, cultural struggle, and the impact of Russian influence on Finnish life. The central character, Erkki Pyydysmäki, a farmer turned politician, navigates the complexities of the emerging national consciousness and the tensions within his family and society regarding cultural direction. The opening of the narrative sets the scene on a vibrant Vappu morning in 1891, showcasing Helsinki's awakening with youthful anticipation despite prior weather woes. The focus shifts to Erkki and his son Iiska, who engage in a debate about literary prizes and the value of emerging authors, reflecting their differing generational views. Their conversation touches on broader themes of nationalism and the role of literature in cultural identity. As they prepare for the celebrations, the atmosphere combines festive excitement with undercurrents of political unrest, setting the stage for the exploration of Finland's national awakening amidst external pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Alkio, Santeri, 1862-1930
EBook No.: 62412
Published: Jun 16, 2020
Downloads: 43
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: Keisaririkos: Kuvausjakso 1890-luvulta
Note: Reading ease score: 35.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Keisaririkos: Kuvausjakso 1890-luvulta" by Santeri Alkio is a historical narrative written in the early 20th century. The book captures the sociopolitical atmosphere in Finland during the 1890s, exploring themes of national identity, cultural struggle, and the impact of Russian influence on Finnish life. The central character, Erkki Pyydysmäki, a farmer turned politician, navigates the complexities of the emerging national consciousness and the tensions within his family and society regarding cultural direction. The opening of the narrative sets the scene on a vibrant Vappu morning in 1891, showcasing Helsinki's awakening with youthful anticipation despite prior weather woes. The focus shifts to Erkki and his son Iiska, who engage in a debate about literary prizes and the value of emerging authors, reflecting their differing generational views. Their conversation touches on broader themes of nationalism and the role of literature in cultural identity. As they prepare for the celebrations, the atmosphere combines festive excitement with undercurrents of political unrest, setting the stage for the exploration of Finland's national awakening amidst external pressures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Alkio, Santeri, 1862-1930
EBook No.: 62412
Published: Jun 16, 2020
Downloads: 43
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.