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Title: Ankarat tähdet : Romaani
Original Publication: Porvoo: WSOY, 1926.
Note: Reading ease score: 46.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Ankarat tähdet: Romaani" by Vilho Helanen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story takes place in Finland and revolves around the lives, aspirations, and relationships of its main characters, particularly focusing on young Pentti Kaira as he navigates complex themes of love, nationalism, and disillusionment, reflective of the historical context of the time. The opening of the novel introduces us to a scene filled with vibrant social interactions, where Pentti Kaira is engaging with a captivating young woman named Katherine during a gathering filled with music and laughter. Pentti appears enthralled by Katherine's charm, but as their conversation develops, it reveals deeper layers of introspection regarding their identities and national sentiments. Their playful banter becomes more serious, touching on themes of national pride, societal obligations, and personal disillusionment, which sets the emotional tone for the unfolding narrative. This portion of the novel deftly combines elements of romance and profound philosophical reflection, hinting at the bittersweet dichotomy of youth's optimism contrasted against the somber realities of their world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Helanen, Vilho, 1899-1952
EBook No.: 74722
Published: Nov 11, 2024
Downloads: 95
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: Ankarat tähdet : Romaani
Original Publication: Porvoo: WSOY, 1926.
Note: Reading ease score: 46.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Ankarat tähdet: Romaani" by Vilho Helanen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story takes place in Finland and revolves around the lives, aspirations, and relationships of its main characters, particularly focusing on young Pentti Kaira as he navigates complex themes of love, nationalism, and disillusionment, reflective of the historical context of the time. The opening of the novel introduces us to a scene filled with vibrant social interactions, where Pentti Kaira is engaging with a captivating young woman named Katherine during a gathering filled with music and laughter. Pentti appears enthralled by Katherine's charm, but as their conversation develops, it reveals deeper layers of introspection regarding their identities and national sentiments. Their playful banter becomes more serious, touching on themes of national pride, societal obligations, and personal disillusionment, which sets the emotional tone for the unfolding narrative. This portion of the novel deftly combines elements of romance and profound philosophical reflection, hinting at the bittersweet dichotomy of youth's optimism contrasted against the somber realities of their world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Helanen, Vilho, 1899-1952
EBook No.: 74722
Published: Nov 11, 2024
Downloads: 95
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.