Author |
Mellin, G. H. (Gustaf Henrik), 1803-1876 |
Translator |
Mellin, Robert, 1826-1880 |
Title |
Helena Wrede: Romanttinen kertomus Kustaavi II Adolfin ajalta
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Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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Summary |
"Helena Wrede: Romanttinen kertomus Kustaavi II Adolfin ajalta" by G. H. Mellin is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the intertwining tales of love, war, and the human heart, focusing on the life of the titular character, Heleena Wrede, amid conflicts during King Gustavus II Adolphus’ reign. Readers can expect a rich exploration of emotions and relationships set against a backdrop of historical events. At the start of the narrative, readers are introduced to the emotional landscape of the characters through rhetorical musings about the complexities of the human heart, which govern both happiness and despair. The scene transitions to the humble home of an old pastor and his wife, where a beautiful yet troubled fifteen-year-old girl, Heleena, is seen lost in her thoughts. As the story unfolds, the old pastor encounters mysterious soldiers seeking refuge, introducing tension and foreshadowing potential danger. The opening sets a contemplative tone, hinting at the intertwining fates of love and tragedy that are to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
Finnish |
LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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Subject |
Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
28620 |
Release Date |
Apr 27, 2009 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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