| Author |
Chekhov, Anton Pavlovich, 1860-1904 |
| Translator |
Seppänen, Rob. A., 1875-1920 |
| Title |
Kertomuksia I
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 45.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Öljytikku -- Yksi monista -- Virkateitä -- Nopeaa apua -- Hermostunut -- Käräjiin menossa -- Mokomaa väkeä -- Haudalla -- Se ei ollutkaan hän -- Pieni erehdys -- Toimen miehiä -- Onnenmyyrä -- Anjuta -- Molempi parempi -- Ei kelpaa -- Tupakan vahingollisuudesta -- Matkan varrella.
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| Credits |
Produced by Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Kertomuksia I" by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This anthology showcases Chekhov's distinctive narrative style, characterized by humor and deep psychological insight, reflecting on various aspects of human experience and society. The collection is likely to feature a range of characters, capturing the essence of life in Russia during this period, with both comedic and poignant tales that invite readers to explore the complexities of existence. The opening of "Kertomuksia I" presents an introduction to two of the stories: "Öljytikku" (The Oil Stick) and "Yksi monista" (One of Many). In "Öljytikku," the narrative begins with the discovery of a murder in a small village, focusing on a law official investigating the death of Mark Iwanowitsh Kljausow. Various characters share their fragmented recollections and speculations about the crime, revealing layers of societal issues and human follies. Meanwhile, "Yksi monista" introduces a distressed family man burdened by the demands of life, particularly the chaos of his family's summer retreat, where he grapples with existential despair. His humorous yet desperate pleas for assistance highlight the absurdities of his situation, showcasing Chekhov's talent for weaving humor with serious themes. Overall, the opening chapters set the tone for Chekhov's exploration of Russian life, filled with rich characterizations and social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Russian fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Subject |
Short stories, Russian -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
52852 |
| Release Date |
Aug 19, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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