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Title: Rämekorven viinakuninkaat : Kuvaus korvesta
Original Publication: Helsinki: Otava, 1920.
Note: Reading ease score: 53.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Rämekorven viinakuninkaat: Kuvaus korvesta" by Veikko Korhonen is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The book centers around the theme of life in a rural Finnish setting, exploring the lives of its inhabitants and their relationship with the natural environment, particularly concerning the crafting of liquor. The opening chapters introduce the main character, Jussi Turakka, a well-known master of spirits, who is entrenched in the local community's dynamics and their struggles. The beginning of the book vividly paints a picture of a winter storm that blankets the Rämekorpi with snow, setting the stage for the seasonal transition to spring, filled with the promise of renewal. Jussi Turakka is portrayed as he monitors his brew of spirits in a secluded spot, reflecting on the challenges and responsibilities associated with making alcohol for the entire community. The narrative offers insights into the daily lives of various characters, including locals such as Syllykkä, while hinting at the interplay between traditional practices and the nuances of human relationships, highlighting a blend of humor and poignancy in their existences amid the struggles of rural life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Korhonen, Veikko, 1888-1942
EBook No.: 73003
Published: Feb 20, 2024
Downloads: 38
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: Rämekorven viinakuninkaat : Kuvaus korvesta
Original Publication: Helsinki: Otava, 1920.
Note: Reading ease score: 53.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits: Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Rämekorven viinakuninkaat: Kuvaus korvesta" by Veikko Korhonen is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The book centers around the theme of life in a rural Finnish setting, exploring the lives of its inhabitants and their relationship with the natural environment, particularly concerning the crafting of liquor. The opening chapters introduce the main character, Jussi Turakka, a well-known master of spirits, who is entrenched in the local community's dynamics and their struggles. The beginning of the book vividly paints a picture of a winter storm that blankets the Rämekorpi with snow, setting the stage for the seasonal transition to spring, filled with the promise of renewal. Jussi Turakka is portrayed as he monitors his brew of spirits in a secluded spot, reflecting on the challenges and responsibilities associated with making alcohol for the entire community. The narrative offers insights into the daily lives of various characters, including locals such as Syllykkä, while hinting at the interplay between traditional practices and the nuances of human relationships, highlighting a blend of humor and poignancy in their existences amid the struggles of rural life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Korhonen, Veikko, 1888-1942
EBook No.: 73003
Published: Feb 20, 2024
Downloads: 38
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.