Author |
Ahrenberg, Jacob, 1847-1914 |
Title |
Kotona: Kuvaelma Itä-Suomesta
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Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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Summary |
"Kotona: Kuvaelma Itä-Suomesta" by Jacob Ahrenberg is a fictional work written in the late 19th century. The narrative appears to explore life in Eastern Finland, focusing on themes of struggle, displacement, and the quest for freedom among the characters. The opening introduces Israel Pullinen, a local elder with a rich cultural background, whose life intertwines with the fates of other villagers and their relationships with authority. At the start of the story, we meet Israel Pullinen as he navigates the complexities of life in a village around Tervola, which is marked by historical turbulence and social strife. The narrative recounts a significant event announced by the local pastor—the impending relocation of the villagers to Russia, an order that evokes despair among the community. Israel's family, along with the other villagers, prepares for this devastating transition, which is steeped in grief and a profound sense of loss. The opening vividly captures the emotional weight of their situation, foreshadowing the struggles and societal changes that will unfold throughout the book as the characters confront their plights in an evolving world. (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 |
Fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
43322 |
Release Date |
Jul 27, 2013 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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