Karjalan kankahilta I by Anonymous

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Author Anonymous
Title Karjalan kankahilta I
Note Reading ease score: 43.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Contents Viiden veljen tyttäret -- Pajarin tytär -- Siirnitsa -- Pyhäsaari -- Kolinvuorelta.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Karjalan kankahilta I" by Anonymous is a collection of folk stories written in the late 19th century. This work draws from the rich oral traditions of the Karelian people, encompassing tales that reflect their history, culture, and mythology. The opening chapters introduce us primarily to characters like Katri Hillutar and the misty legends surrounding the five brothers' daughters, delving into themes of loss, survival, and sacred folklore. The opening of the book features Katri Hillutar, an elderly woman who shares her memories of a time when her community thrived before the ravages of war and hardship. She recounts a tale connected to a legendary treasure guarded by the spirits of her ancestors, highlighting the difficult choices faced during dire times, including thoughts of sacrificing her own child due to famine. The initial stories blend personal anecdotes with broader historical narratives, intertwining Karelian myths with vivid character portrayals, setting the stage for a journey through the cultural landscape of Karelia as passed down through generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Fiction
Subject Short stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 36392
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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