Vastarannalla by Anni Kaste
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| Author | Kaste, Anni, 1876-1961 |
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| Title | Vastarannalla |
| Original Publication | Porvoo: Werner Söderström, 1908. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 41.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Contents | Niinkuin lapsi -- Mieroon -- Anna Martikainen -- Uusi oluttehdas -- Sysäys -- "Vellamonneidon paasi" -- Sydänmaan rakkautta -- Miina -- Pettymyksiä. |
| Credits | Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Vastarannalla" by Anni Kaste is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives of children in a rural setting, focusing primarily on Milja, the eldest sister, who takes care of her younger siblings while navigating her simple yet rich world filled with family interactions and communal activities. The narrative captures the struggles and joys of rural life, as well as the innocence of childhood. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to a family dynamic where the eldest sibling, Milja, is busy tending to her younger sibling's needs. She is depicted as responsible and protective, setting up a game with pine cones while urging her sisters to cooperate. However, the reality of their situation is tinged with longing for simplicity and playfulness amid their domestic duties. The local children’s camaraderie is highlighted through their playful interactions and discussions about rituals, reflecting a profound sense of community in a rural childhood. The opening captures a nostalgic atmosphere, establishing a backdrop of innocence and the everyday challenges faced by a close-knit family. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Short stories, Finnish |
| Subject | Finnish fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 71534 |
| Release Date | Aug 31, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 53 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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