Eleonora Lubomirski by J. O. Åberg

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Author Åberg, J. O. (Johan Olof), 1843-1898
Translator Liljestrand, Bertha
Title Eleonora Lubomirski
Historiallis-romantillinen kertoelma Kaarle X ja Kaarle XI ajoilta
Note Reading ease score: 40.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Eleonora Lubomirski" by J. O. Åberg is a historical-romantic tale written in the late 19th century. The story is set during the tumultuous times of the mid-17th century and focuses on the life and struggles of Eleonora, a young Polish noblewoman caught between her homeland's conflicts and her personal affections. The opening hints at themes of honor, love, and loyalty against the backdrop of historical events, particularly the entangled fates of Eleonora and a Swedish officer named Vilho Stjernfelt. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Colonel Kustaa Kruse and his lieutenant, Vilho Stjernfelt, as they prepare for battle in a small town marked by an unusual military presence. Tensions rise as the Swedish army, led by Kruse, awaits orders, while Vilho reveals his deep feelings for Eleonora Lubomirski, a noblewoman whose family's welfare is jeopardized by the ongoing conflict. Meanwhile, Eleonora is depicted as a strong-willed character who grapples with her emotions and societal expectations, particularly with her engagement to the powerful but domineering Göran Czarnecki. As the story unfolds, familial allegiance, personal desires, and the horror of war begin to intertwine, setting the stage for a dramatic exploration of love against the backdrop of historical strife. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
Subject Sweden -- History -- Charles X Gustav, 1654-1660 -- Fiction
Subject Sweden -- History -- Charles XI, 1660-1697 -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 63035
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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