Elegioja by Veikko Antero Koskenniemi
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"Elegioja" by Veikko Antero Koskenniemi is a collection of poems written in the early 20th century. This work reflects on themes of love, nature, freedom, and the human condition, capturing the emotional landscape of its time, especially in the context of Finnish identity and national longing. The poems often blend personal introspection with broader social and political reflections, mirroring the tumultuous spirit of the post-World War I era. In "Elegioja," Koskenniemi explores
a myriad of feelings and concepts through lyrical verses. The poems traverse the nuances of human emotion—longing, solitude, beauty, and sorrow—often personifying elements of nature and invoking historical references. The collection also delves into national identity and freedom, particularly in relation to Finland's struggles and aspirations during its quest for independence, highlighted by poems like "Runo vapaalle Puolalle" and "Tervehdys akateemiseen juhlaan." Through poignant imagery and rich symbolism, Koskenniemi crafts a reflective narrative that speaks not only to the personal but also to the collective experience of a nation seeking its voice. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Koskenniemi, Veikko Antero, 1885-1962 |
|---|---|
| Title | Elegioja |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish poetry -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 20145 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-20145-0 |
| Release Date | Dec 20, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 264 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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