Isä Brownin viisaus : Salapoliisikertomuksia by G. K. Chesterton

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Author Chesterton, G. K. (Gilbert Keith), 1874-1936
Translator Palola, Eino, 1885-1951
Uniform Title The wisdom of Father Brown. Finnish
Title Isä Brownin viisaus : Salapoliisikertomuksia
Original Publication Helsinki: Kust.Oy Kirja, 1926.
Note This collection includes translations of all of the stories in 'The wisdom of Father Brown' except for 'The man in the passage,' translated as 'Mies Murtokadulla,' which is included in 'Isä Brownin yksinkertaisuus,' PG ebook #73088 .
Note Reading ease score: 40.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents Varkaitten paratiisi -- Mr Glassin poissaolo -- Tohtori Hirschin kaksintaistelu -- Koneen erehdys -- Punainen tekotukka -- Pendragon suvun perikato -- Rumpujen jumala -- John Bouluoisin omituinen rikos -- Caesarin pää -- Eversti Gray'n vihannekset -- Isä Brown kertoo satuja.
Credits Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Isä Brownin viisaus: Salapoliisikertomuksia" by G. K. Chesterton is a collection of detective stories written in the early 20th century. The book features the clever and unassuming character of Father Brown, a Catholic priest who uses his keen understanding of human nature to solve various mysteries, often confronting moral complexities along the way. The collection blends elements of crime and mystery with deeper reflections on humanity, providing a unique perspective in the detective fiction genre. The opening of the work sets the stage by introducing the character of Father Brown and his approach to solving crimes. It begins with a preface that discusses the evolution of detective fiction, referencing iconic figures such as Sherlock Holmes and highlighting Brown as a deserving competitor. The narrative then transitions into the story "Varkaitten paratiisi", where we meet Muscari, a passionate poet embroiled in a discussion about danger lurking along a mountain pass, while the complexities of class and morality pave the way for the introduction of characters from various backgrounds, including a wealthy banker's family. The mixture of humor, suspense, and philosophical discourse in the opening hints at the intriguing mix of tones and themes that define the rest of the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Clergy -- Fiction
Subject Detective and mystery stories, English
Subject Catholics -- Fiction
Subject Brown, Father (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 73119
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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