Veneh'ojalaiset by Arvid Järnefelt
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About this eBook
| Author | Järnefelt, Arvid, 1861-1932 |
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| Title | Veneh'ojalaiset |
| Note | Reading ease score: 39.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Distributed Proofreaders Europe, http://dp.rastko.net |
| Summary | "Veneh'ojalaiset" by Arvid Järnefelt is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the unique and physically distinct group of people known as the Veneh'ojalaiset, depicting their struggles and interactions within their rural setting. The narrative explores themes of identity, communal life, and the impact of external forces on the cohesion of the Veneh'ojan community. The opening of "Veneh'ojalaiset" introduces the reader to the rural world of Western Häme, contrasting the appearance and societal condition of the Veneh'ojalaiset with their historical reputation for beauty, wisdom, and artistry. The protagonist, Veneh'ojan Heikki, is portrayed as a once-reputably wise leader whose community is gradually torn apart by the devil's manipulations, resulting in their dispersion into the wilderness. This setting establishes the dynamic of conflict, both internal and interpersonal, as the characters grapple with their identity and the threat posed by external societal changes. Furthermore, the narrative hints at a philosophical exploration of wisdom, individuality, and familial bonds as Heikki's lineage and legacy are set against the backdrop of communal unity and division. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12182 |
| Release Date | Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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