Novelleja I by Samuli Suomalainen
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Author | Suomalainen, Samuli, 1850-1907 |
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Title | Novelleja I |
Contents | Näytelmä -- Kaks kertaa kaks -- "Tallellahan on!" -- Kesäinen tarina -- Kesäkylvyiltä -- Hallayönä. |
Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
Summary | "Novelleja I" by Samuli Suomalainen is a collection of narratives written in the late 19th century. This work presents a range of stories with themes revolving around relationships, social expectations, and personal identities, with a particular focus on the character of Beatrice, a young woman navigating her place in a society that values beauty and social standing. The opening of "Novelleja I" introduces us to the aging noble couple, the Rauhalinna Counts, who are anxious about their daughter Beatrice’s future and her engagement to Baron Alfons, which has yet to be finalized. Through comedic dialogue and character interactions, we learn about the quirky nature of the old Count and his frustrations with societal norms around marriage, as well as Beatrice’s feelings of inadequacy due to her perceived lack of beauty. Her hopes for love grow complicated when a young pastor enters the picture, sparking a potential romance despite class concerns. The intricate interplay of these personal dynamics and societal pressures sets the stage for the explorations of love, family, and identity that are likely to unfold as the narrative progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | Finnish |
LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
Subject | Short stories |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 20621 |
Release Date | Feb 19, 2007 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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