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Uniform Title: Kyra Kyralina. Finnish

Title: Kira Kiralina : Adrien Zograffin ensimmäinen kertomus

Original Publication: Helsinki: Kust.Oy Kirja, 1926.

Note: Reading ease score: 42.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Tuula Temonen

Summary: "Kira Kiralina: Adrien Zograffin ensimmäinen kertomus" by Panait Istrati is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the life and experiences of Adrien Zograff, a young man filled with a yearning for adventure and understanding. The book delves into themes of identity, societal expectations, and personal aspirations through the lens of its central character's interactions with those around him. At the start of the story, Adrien reflects on his struggles with both his mother's expectations and his own desires as he walks through the streets of Braila. He feels a strong kinship with his friend Mikael, who is regarded as an outcast by Adrien’s mother, highlighting the theme of societal judgment. As Adrien grapples with his identity and the pressure to conform, he encounters Stavro, a colorful and mischievous character with a tumultuous past. This initial interaction sets the stage for Adrien's journey and his deepening understanding of friendship, love, and his own place within the social fabric. The opening establishes a rich backdrop of early 20th-century life, cultivating a sense of intrigue about Adrien’s unfolding journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Istrati, Panait, 1884-1935

Translator: Silfverblad, Anna

EBook No.: 72153

Published: Nov 17, 2023

Downloads: 29

Language: Finnish

Subject: Romania -- Social life and customs -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Uniform Title: Kyra Kyralina. Finnish

Title: Kira Kiralina : Adrien Zograffin ensimmäinen kertomus

Original Publication: Helsinki: Kust.Oy Kirja, 1926.

Note: Reading ease score: 42.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Credits: Tuula Temonen

Summary: "Kira Kiralina: Adrien Zograffin ensimmäinen kertomus" by Panait Istrati is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the life and experiences of Adrien Zograff, a young man filled with a yearning for adventure and understanding. The book delves into themes of identity, societal expectations, and personal aspirations through the lens of its central character's interactions with those around him. At the start of the story, Adrien reflects on his struggles with both his mother's expectations and his own desires as he walks through the streets of Braila. He feels a strong kinship with his friend Mikael, who is regarded as an outcast by Adrien’s mother, highlighting the theme of societal judgment. As Adrien grapples with his identity and the pressure to conform, he encounters Stavro, a colorful and mischievous character with a tumultuous past. This initial interaction sets the stage for Adrien's journey and his deepening understanding of friendship, love, and his own place within the social fabric. The opening establishes a rich backdrop of early 20th-century life, cultivating a sense of intrigue about Adrien’s unfolding journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Istrati, Panait, 1884-1935

Translator: Silfverblad, Anna

EBook No.: 72153

Published: Nov 17, 2023

Downloads: 29

Language: Finnish

Subject: Romania -- Social life and customs -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.