| Author |
Granö, Johannes, 1850-1913 |
| Title |
Kuusi vuotta Siperiassa
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 39.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Kuusi vuotta Siperiassa" by Johannes Granö is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work chronicles the experiences of Granö, a Finnish pastor, during his six years as a missionary in Siberia, where he aimed to assist Finnish exiles and settlers. The narrative likely touches on themes of resilience, cultural displacement, and the challenges faced by marginalized communities. The opening of the book introduces Granö's motivations for traveling to Siberia, sparked by his conversations with Pastor Lidelius, who highlighted the dire conditions of Finnish exiles there. Granö describes his journey from Turku to Omsk, detailing the preparations he made and the connections with various officials that facilitated his move. The text sets a personal tone as it outlines his commitment to help and care for his compatriots, while indicating the broader socioeconomic context of Finnish settlers in Siberia. Granö's reflections on his travels and the people he encounters hint at a forthcoming exploration of cultural dynamics, social struggles, and individual resilience in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland
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| Subject |
Siberia (Russia) -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
37620 |
| Release Date |
Oct 4, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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