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Author
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Aho, Pekka, 1864-1945
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Title
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Kansan keskeltä: Kolme kertomusta Savosta
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Note
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Reading ease score: 51.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Contents
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Sikamainen kertomus -- Köyhän kirkkomatka -- Alku-opetusta.
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Credits
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Tapio Riikonen
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Summary
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"Kansan keskeltä: Kolme kertomusta Savosta" by Pekka Aho is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. The work appears to explore themes of rural life and the experiences of everyday characters, with an emphasis on the relationship between humans and animals, particularly focusing on pigs in the initial tale. The narrative captures the essence of life in Savonia, highlighting local customs and the connection between the land and its inhabitants. The opening of the story begins with a pig foraging for food by the roadside, reflecting on its surroundings while trying to escape the attention of a curious boy. The scene sets a vivid picture of rural life, showing the interaction between the pig and the boy, and the tension between their worlds as the mother warns her child against disturbing the creature. As the pig continues to search for food, additional characters, including another pig and local children, are introduced, painting a broader picture of community life and the struggle for sustenance. The narrative draws readers into the daily realities of this rural setting, establishing a tone that balances humor and critical social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language
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Finnish
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LoC Class
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PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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Subject
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Short stories, Finnish
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Subject
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Finnish fiction -- 19th century
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Category
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Text
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EBook-No.
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63135
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Release Date
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Sep 6, 2020
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Copyright Status
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Public domain in the USA.
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