| Author |
Wilkuna, Kyösti, 1879-1922 |
| Title |
Kahdeksan kuukautta Shpalernajassa
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 32.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Kahdeksan kuukautta Shpalernajassa" by Kyösti Wilkuna is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative recounts the life of a political prisoner and his experiences in the infamous Shpalernaya prison in St. Petersburg, Russia, amidst the backdrop of social and political turmoil. The book delves into the protagonist's thoughts and feelings as he navigates the harsh realities of imprisonment. The opening of this work introduces readers to the protagonist as he reflects on the oppressive atmosphere of the Oulu County Jail and his subsequent transfer to Shpalernaya. His initial experiences are marked by a confrontation with a cruel governor and the dehumanizing conditions he faces as a political detainee. As he grapples with the indignities of incarceration, including ill-fitting prison garb and a secret longing for freedom, the protagonist's inner thoughts reveal a profound sense of anger and resistance towards his oppressors. The narrative sets the stage for a broader exploration of the psychological and physical struggles endured by those imprisoned during times of upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Finland -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
37026 |
| Release Date |
Aug 10, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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